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交往 (jiāowǎng) refers more specifically to the act of socializing or associating with others, while 交际 (jiāojì) emphasizes communication and interaction.
Be cautious with the tone when saying 交际; it should always be pronounced with the first tone for 交 and the fourth tone for 識. It's often used in formal contexts, such as in business or academic discussions, and can be combined with other words, like '交际能力' (communication skills).
As an HSK Level 5 word, 交际 connects with other vocabulary related to social interactions and communication, like '交流' (jiāo liú - exchange). Students should focus on understanding its usage in both casual and formal scenarios to enhance their language skills.
Learners often confuse 交际 with 交往 (jiāo wǎng), which emphasizes relationships rather than communication. For example, saying '我想要交际我的朋友' (I want to communicate with my friends) should be corrected to '我想要和我的朋友交往' (I want to socialize with my friends).
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How to say communication in Chinese
“communication” in Chinese is交际
交际 (jiāo jì) refers to the act of communication and social interaction between individuals. It encompasses verbal and non-verbal exchanges, emphasizing the importance of relationships in personal and professional contexts. This word is commonly used in discussions about networking, social skills, and interpersonal relationships.
When to use 交际
Be cautious with the tone when saying 交际; it should always be pronounced with the first tone for 交 and the fourth tone for 識. It's often used in formal contexts, such as in business or academic discussions, and can be combined with other words, like '交际能力' (communication skills).
交际 or something close to it
交往 (jiāowǎng) refers more specifically to the act of socializing or associating with others, while 交际 (jiāojì) emphasizes communication and interaction.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 交际 with 交往 (jiāo wǎng), which emphasizes relationships rather than communication. For example, saying '我想要交际我的朋友' (I want to communicate with my friends) should be corrected to '我想要和我的朋友交往' (I want to socialize with my friends).
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Grammar patterns of 交际
交际 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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他天生擅长____：他的祖先曾是封建领主。
Diplomacy was in his blood: his ancestors had been feudal lords.
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交际 refers more to social interaction and relationships, while 交流 emphasizes the exchange of ideas or information.
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