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报社
bàoshè
general office of a newspaper
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #7267, Hard
报社
bàoshè
newspaper office
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #7267, Hard
报社
bàoshè
newspaper (i.e. a company)
HSK 6, unknown, 14 strokes, rank #7267, Hard
bàoshè(bao4she4)bao she T4
1general office of a newspaper
2newspaper office
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March 24, 2026
报社(報社)bàoshè(bao4she4)
报社 (bàoshè) refers to the office or organization where newspapers are produced and published. It is commonly used in contexts related to journalism, media, and communication, emphasizing the administrative and operational aspects of a newspaper rather than the publication itself.
Strokes14Frequency#7267DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In China, the role of 报社 has evolved significantly with the rise of digital media, but traditional print newspapers remain influential, especially in smaller cities. Understanding this term helps learners grasp the importance of media in Chinese society.
Memory tip
Imagine a large building (社) where reporters (报) gather to create news. Visualize reporters rushing to and from the building, handing out newspapers to everyone around. The sound 'bao' can remind you of the 'buzz' of activity in a busy newsroom.
Meanings of 报社
bàoshè(bao4she4)
1general office of a newspaper
2newspaper office
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About 报社
报社Simplified
報社Traditional
14Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#7267Frequency Rank
家Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6AdvancedTOCFLL5BCT✓CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
报社 (bàoshè) vs 新闻社 (xīnwénshè) — use 报社 when referring specifically to a newspaper office, while 新闻社 refers more broadly to a news agency that may cover various media formats.
Usage Notes
Be careful to use 报社 specifically for the office of a newspaper, not for general discussion about newspapers as publications. In formal contexts, you might pair it with words like '记者' (jìzhě - journalist) or '新闻' (xīnwén - news). The tone of each character is crucial: make sure to pronounce 报 (bào) with a falling tone and 社 (shè) with a falling tone as well.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 报社 connects to other terms related to media and communication, such as 新闻 (xīnwén - news) and 杂志 (zázhì - magazine). Focus on using it in sentences about journalism or media industries to solidify understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 报社 with 记者 (jìzhě - journalist), using them interchangeably. Remember, 报社 refers to the office, while 记者 refers to the person who reports news.
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How to say general office of a newspaper in Chinese
“general office of a newspaper” in Chinese is报社bàoshè
报社 (bàoshè) refers to the office or organization where newspapers are produced and published. It is commonly used in contexts related to journalism, media, and communication, emphasizing the administrative and operational aspects of a newspaper rather than the publication itself.
When to use 报社
Be careful to use 报社 specifically for the office of a newspaper, not for general discussion about newspapers as publications. In formal contexts, you might pair it with words like '记者' (jìzhě - journalist) or '新闻' (xīnwén - news). The tone of each character is crucial: make sure to pronounce 报 (bào) with a falling tone and 社 (shè) with a falling tone as well.
报社 or something close to it
报社 (bàoshè) vs 新闻社 (xīnwénshè) — use 报社 when referring specifically to a newspaper office, while 新闻社 refers more broadly to a news agency that may cover various media formats.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 报社 with 记者 (jìzhě - journalist), using them interchangeably. Remember, 报社 refers to the office, while 记者 refers to the person who reports news.
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Grammar patterns of 报社
报社 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 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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这份____的工作让我日复一日地做着同样的事。
The newspaper job had me doing the same thing day after day.
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这份报社的工作让我日复一日地做着同样的事。
zhè fèn bàoshè de gōngzuò ràng wǒ rìfùyírì dì zuò zhe tóngyàng de shì。
The newspaper job had me doing the same thing day after day.
