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拜访 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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拜访
bàifǎng
to pay a visit
HSK 6, v, 15 strokes, rank #3173, Hard
拜访
bàifǎng
to call on
HSK 6, v, 15 strokes, rank #3173, Hard
bàifǎng(bai4fang3)bai fang T4
1to pay a visit
2to call on
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March 24, 2026
拜访(拜訪)bàifǎng(bai4fang3)
The verb 拜访 (bàifǎng) means to pay a visit or to call on someone, often in a formal or respectful context. It is commonly used when referring to visiting friends, relatives, or business associates. The term carries a nuance of intention and respect, implying that the visit is purposeful and important.
Strokes15Frequency#3173DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, visiting someone (拜访) is often seen as a sign of respect and maintaining relationships. It is common to bring a small gift when making a visit, reflecting the importance of courtesy in social customs.
Memory tip
Imagine a person bowing (拜) before entering a house to visit someone, emphasizing the respect involved in the visit. The character 拜 has a radical that resembles a person bowing, while 访 sounds like 'fang,' which can remind you of 'fangs' of a friendly creature welcoming you in. This imagery reinforces both the action of visiting and the respectful nature of the encounter.
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Quick Contrast
拜见 (bàijiàn) vs 拜访 (bàifǎng): Use 拜见 when emphasizing the act of meeting someone, often in a more formal or ceremonial context.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 拜访 with the more casual term 见面 (jiànmiàn), which simply means to meet. 拜访 is more appropriate in formal situations, such as business visits or official gatherings. Additionally, make sure to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing them could lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 拜访 connects well with other formal vocabulary related to social interactions and etiquette. Students should focus on using this word in context, particularly in sentences that discuss formal visits or meetings, to enhance their conversational skills.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 拜访 in casual contexts, which sounds overly formal. For instance, saying '我想拜访我的朋友' (I want to visit my friend) can come off as awkward; instead, use '我想去见我的朋友'.
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The verb 拜访 (bàifǎng) means to pay a visit or to call on someone, often in a formal or respectful context. It is commonly used when referring to visiting friends, relatives, or business associates. The term carries a nuance of intention and respect, implying that the visit is purposeful and important.
When to use 拜访
Be careful not to confuse 拜访 with the more casual term 见面 (jiànmiàn), which simply means to meet. 拜访 is more appropriate in formal situations, such as business visits or official gatherings. Additionally, make sure to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing them could lead to misunderstandings.
拜访 or something close to it
拜见 (bàijiàn) vs 拜访 (bàifǎng): Use 拜见 when emphasizing the act of meeting someone, often in a more formal or ceremonial context.
What learners get wrong
Learners often use 拜访 in casual contexts, which sounds overly formal. For instance, saying '我想拜访我的朋友' (I want to visit my friend) can come off as awkward; instead, use '我想去见我的朋友'.
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Grammar patterns of 拜访
拜访 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 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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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
这是我一周内第3次____，这说明了一切。
This is my third visit in a week, which says it all.
