话语权 (huàyǔquán) refers to the power to influence or control discourse and opinions within a particular context, such as political or social discussions. It emphasizes the ability to shape narratives and impact decision-making, often used in discussions about equality and representation in society.
HSK 7, 24 strokes, Hard
huàyǔquán(hua4yu3quan2) T4
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May 27, 2026
话语权huàyǔquán(hua4yu3quan2)
话语权 (huàyǔquán) refers to the power to influence or control discourse and opinions within a particular context, such as political or social discussions. It emphasizes the ability to shape narratives and impact decision-making, often used in discussions about equality and representation in society.
Strokes24Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese society, 话语权 is increasingly significant in discussions about social movements and the representation of marginalized groups, reflecting the importance of voice in both governance and community.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'huge' (sounds like '话') 'authority' (sounds like '权') standing on a 'quay' (sounds like '语') where they have the power to direct all conversations. Visualize this authority using a loudspeaker to amplify their voice over others, emphasizing their control over what is being said.
About 话语权
话语权Simplified
24Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
话语权 (huàyǔquán) vs 权力 (quánlì) — choose 话语权 when emphasizing control over discourse, rather than general power or authority.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'huge' (sounds like '话') 'authority' (sounds like '权') standing on a 'quay' (sounds like '语') where they have the power to direct all conversations. Visualize this authority using a loudspeaker to amplify their voice over others, emphasizing their control over what is being said.
Usage Notes
When using 话语权, it typically appears in formal contexts, such as academic discussions or political debates. Be careful not to confuse it with similar terms like 权力 (quánlì, power), which has a broader meaning. Common collocations include '增强话语权' (enhance discourse power) and '失去话语权' (lose discourse power).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 7 word, learners should focus on its application in discussions about social justice, politics, and media. Connecting this word to related terms like 权力 (quánlì) and 影响力 (yǐngxiǎnglì, influence) will deepen understanding.
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese society, 话语权 is increasingly significant in discussions about social movements and the representation of marginalized groups, reflecting the importance of voice in both governance and community.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 话语权 with 话语 (huàyǔ, discourse) thinking they are interchangeable. For example, saying '我有话语' (I have discourse) is incorrect; the correct phrase is '我有话语权' (I have discourse power).
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Cultural Notes for 话语权
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In modern Chinese society, 话语权 is increasingly significant in discussions about social movements and the representation of marginalized groups, reflecting the importance of voice in both governance and community.
Frequently Asked Questions about 话语权
话语权 is best used in discussions about power dynamics in society, such as in political science, sociology, or media studies.
While it's primarily a formal term, it can surface in discussions about social issues or media representation among educated speakers.
Not directly; 话语权 is more about collective discourse power rather than individual opinions.
