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合资 (hézī) vs 合伙 (héhuǒ): Use 合资 when specifically referring to joint investment or capital contributions, whereas 合伙 emphasizes the partnership aspect and collaboration beyond just financial investment.
Be cautious with the tone; '合伙' should be pronounced with the second tone (hé) and third tone (huǒ). It's commonly used in formal business conversations, but can also appear in informal settings when discussing joint projects among friends. A common collocation is '合伙人' (héhuǒrén), meaning 'partner'.
As an HSK Level 6 term, '合伙' connects with other vocabulary related to business and collaboration. Students should focus on its usage in various contexts, especially in legal and financial discussions, to fully grasp its connotations and applications.
Learners often confuse '合伙' with '合作', using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我们合作了一个项目' (Wǒmen hézuòle yīgè xiàngmù) instead of '我们合伙了一个项目' (Wǒmen héhuǒle yīgè xiàngmù) can change the meaning from a simple cooperation to a formal partnership.
Pronunciation of 合伙
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How to say to act jointly in Chinese
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The term '合伙' (héhuǒ) refers to the act of forming a partnership or joint venture, typically in a business context. It emphasizes collaboration between two or more parties to achieve mutual goals, sharing both risks and rewards. This word is commonly used in discussions about business agreements, co-investing, or collaborative projects.
When to use 合伙
Be cautious with the tone; '合伙' should be pronounced with the second tone (hé) and third tone (huǒ). It's commonly used in formal business conversations, but can also appear in informal settings when discussing joint projects among friends. A common collocation is '合伙人' (héhuǒrén), meaning 'partner'.
合伙 or something close to it
合资 (hézī) vs 合伙 (héhuǒ): Use 合资 when specifically referring to joint investment or capital contributions, whereas 合伙 emphasizes the partnership aspect and collaboration beyond just financial investment.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '合伙' with '合作', using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我们合作了一个项目' (Wǒmen hézuòle yīgè xiàngmù) instead of '我们合伙了一个项目' (Wǒmen héhuǒle yīgè xiàngmù) can change the meaning from a simple cooperation to a formal partnership.
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Grammar Patterns of 合伙
合伙 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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这座房子是在约翰的____人的指导下盖起来的。
The house was built under the direction of John's partner.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 合伙
'合伙' refers to forming a partnership where two or more entities work together towards shared objectives.
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