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揭幕式 (jiēmùshì) refers specifically to a unveiling ceremony, often for artworks or monuments, while 开幕式 (kāimùshì) is broader and applies to various types of events.
This term is usually used in formal contexts, especially when discussing significant events. Be careful with the tones; mispronouncing 'kai' or 'mu' can change the meaning. Common collocations include '开幕式的演讲' (opening ceremony speech) or '参加开幕式' (attend the opening ceremony).
As an HSK 5 word, 开幕式 connects to other event-related vocabulary, such as '活动' (activity) and '仪式' (ceremony). Focus on using it in context to describe various events and their significance in Chinese culture.
Learners often confuse 开幕式 with other types of ceremonies, such as '闭幕式' (closing ceremony). For example, saying '我们参加闭幕式' when they mean the opening ceremony is incorrect; it should be '开幕式'.
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How to say opening ceremony in Chinese
“opening ceremony” in Chinese is开幕式
开幕式 refers to an opening ceremony, typically associated with events such as exhibitions, performances, or competitions. It marks the official start of an event and often includes speeches, performances, or rituals to celebrate the occasion.
When to use 开幕式
This term is usually used in formal contexts, especially when discussing significant events. Be careful with the tones; mispronouncing 'kai' or 'mu' can change the meaning. Common collocations include '开幕式的演讲' (opening ceremony speech) or '参加开幕式' (attend the opening ceremony).
开幕式 or something close to it
揭幕式 (jiēmùshì) refers specifically to a unveiling ceremony, often for artworks or monuments, while 开幕式 (kāimùshì) is broader and applies to various types of events.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 开幕式 with other types of ceremonies, such as '闭幕式' (closing ceremony). For example, saying '我们参加闭幕式' when they mean the opening ceremony is incorrect; it should be '开幕式'.
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Grammar Patterns of 开幕式
开幕式 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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然后就在____开始之前，她决定要宣布一件激动人心的事情。
She then decided right before the opening to make a dramatic announcement.
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You can say '我们将在明天举行开幕式' (We will hold the opening ceremony tomorrow).
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