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呼唤 (hūhuàn) is more about calling out to someone specifically, while 呼吁 (hūyù) emphasizes urging action from a group or the public.
Common mistakes include using 呼吁 in overly casual contexts where a simpler verb would suffice. It is typically used in formal or serious discussions, often paired with nouns like 政府 (government) or 大众 (the public) to clarify the audience being appealed to. Ensure the tone is respectful, as it often addresses significant issues.
As an HSK 6 word, 呼吁 connects well with other vocabulary about social issues, activism, and formal communication. Focus on using it in contexts discussing advocacy or public statements, and practice forming sentences that reflect its urgent tone.
Learners often confuse 呼吁 with similar verbs like 请求 (qǐng qiú) or 号召 (hào zhào). For example, saying 我请求政府呼吁环境保护 (I request the government to call for environmental protection) is incorrect; instead, use 我呼吁政府采取环境保护措施 (I call on the government to take measures for environmental protection).
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How to say to call on (sb to do sth) in Chinese
“to call on (sb to do sth)” in Chinese is呼吁
呼吁 (hū yù) means to call on someone or a group to take action, often used in formal contexts such as petitions or public appeals. It conveys a sense of urgency and importance, making it suitable for social movements, campaigns, or public statements that urge change or action.
When to use 呼吁
Common mistakes include using 呼吁 in overly casual contexts where a simpler verb would suffice. It is typically used in formal or serious discussions, often paired with nouns like 政府 (government) or 大众 (the public) to clarify the audience being appealed to. Ensure the tone is respectful, as it often addresses significant issues.
呼吁 or something close to it
呼唤 (hūhuàn) is more about calling out to someone specifically, while 呼吁 (hūyù) emphasizes urging action from a group or the public.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 呼吁 with similar verbs like 请求 (qǐng qiú) or 号召 (hào zhào). For example, saying 我请求政府呼吁环境保护 (I request the government to call for environmental protection) is incorrect; instead, use 我呼吁政府采取环境保护措施 (I call on the government to take measures for environmental protection).
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Grammar Patterns of 呼吁
呼吁 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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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他们____当局将蓄奴定为一种应该受到惩罚的罪行。
They called on the authorities to make slavery a punishable offence.
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No, 呼吁 is more appropriate for formal discussions or written appeals, not casual dialogue.
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