Meanings of 情报
By ear
Play it, then pick what 情报 means.
About 情报
Podcast: 情报
Podcast: 情报
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 情报
情报 (qíngbào) vs 信息 (xìnxī) — use 情报 when referring specifically to intelligence or strategic information, while 信息 is a broader term for information in general.
Be careful not to confuse 情报 with related terms like 信息 (xìnxī), which simply means 'information' without the espionage connotation. This term is more formal and often used in military or governmental contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 情报 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to governance, security, and information technology. Students should focus on understanding its nuances in context and practice using it in formal discussions.
Learners often confuse 情报 with the more general term 信息 (xìnxī), leading to inappropriate usage. For instance, saying '我需要一些情报' (wǒ xūyào yīxiē qíngbào) in a casual setting may sound overly dramatic; instead, use 信息 for everyday information.
Pronunciation of 情报
Drill the tone of 情报 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 情报 to You
Let me explain 情报 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 情报 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 情报?
Learning Lab
Knowing 情报 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Component Characters
How to say (spy) intelligence in Chinese
“(spy) intelligence” in Chinese is情报
情报 (qíngbào) refers to intelligence or information, often in a context related to espionage or information gathering. It is commonly used in military, governmental, or strategic discussions, indicating the importance of acquiring knowledge about opponents or situations.
When to use 情报
Be careful not to confuse 情报 with related terms like 信息 (xìnxī), which simply means 'information' without the espionage connotation. This term is more formal and often used in military or governmental contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
情报 or something close to it
情报 (qíngbào) vs 信息 (xìnxī) — use 情报 when referring specifically to intelligence or strategic information, while 信息 is a broader term for information in general.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 情报 with the more general term 信息 (xìnxī), leading to inappropriate usage. For instance, saying '我需要一些情报' (wǒ xūyào yīxiē qíngbào) in a casual setting may sound overly dramatic; instead, use 信息 for everyday information.
Write 情报
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 情报 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Grammar Patterns of 情报
情报 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 4 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.
Fill the gap
Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
他们怀疑内维尔和福斯特先生交换了秘密____。
They suspected that Neville had traded secret information with Mr Foster.
Example Sentences for 情报 (7)
Ask Jason
Have a question about 情报?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Frequently Asked Questions about 情报
No, 情报 is more formal and typically used in contexts involving government or military discussions.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 情报?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.