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团体 (tuántǐ) - use 协会 (xiéhuì) for formal organizations focused on specific interests, while 团体 (tuántǐ) is broader and can refer to any group or collective.
Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 协会; both syllables need to be pronounced clearly to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is typically used in formal contexts, such as in business or professional settings. Common collocations include '专业协会' (professional association) and '学生协会' (student association).
As an HSK Level 6 word, 协会 connects with other terms related to organization and cooperation. Students should focus on understanding its usage in formal contexts and be able to identify related vocabulary such as 组织 (organization) and 协调 (coordination).
Learners often confuse 协会 with similar-sounding words like 学会 (xué huì), which means 'learning society' or 'to learn'. Remember that 协会 specifically refers to associations, so use 协会 when discussing formal organizations.
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How to say an association in Chinese
“an association” in Chinese is协会
协会 (xié huì) refers to an organization or association formed by individuals with common interests or goals, often in fields such as education, business, or cultural activities. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to denote groups that facilitate collaboration and networking among members.
When to use 协会
Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 协会; both syllables need to be pronounced clearly to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is typically used in formal contexts, such as in business or professional settings. Common collocations include '专业协会' (professional association) and '学生协会' (student association).
协会 or something close to it
团体 (tuántǐ) - use 协会 (xiéhuì) for formal organizations focused on specific interests, while 团体 (tuántǐ) is broader and can refer to any group or collective.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 协会 with similar-sounding words like 学会 (xué huì), which means 'learning society' or 'to learn'. Remember that 协会 specifically refers to associations, so use 协会 when discussing formal organizations.
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Grammar Patterns of 协会
协会 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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____的所有成员都遵守一套严格的行为规范。
All members of the association adhere to a strict code of practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 协会
Typically, 协会 refers to formal organizations; for informal gatherings, terms like 小组 (xiǎo zǔ) or 团体 (tuán tǐ) might be more appropriate.
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