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通告 (tōnggào) is more general and can refer to any announcement, while 通报 (tōngbào) implies a formal notification of specific information.
通报 is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include '发布通报' (to issue a notification) or '新闻通报' (news bulletin). Be careful with tone; ensure that your pronunciation is clear to avoid confusion.
通报 is not an HSK vocabulary word, but it relates to HSK Level 5 topics such as communication and media. Focus on understanding its usage in formal contexts, and practice using it in sentences about news and announcements.
Learners often confuse 通报 with 通知. For example, saying '我昨天给他通报了消息' (I notified him of the news yesterday) is incorrect; the correct term to use would be 通知. Remember, 通报 is for formal announcements.
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How to say to inform in Chinese
“to inform” in Chinese is通报
通报 (tōngbào) means to inform or notify someone about certain information, often in a formal context. It can refer to a circular or bulletin that disseminates news or updates, as well as scientific journals that report findings. This term is commonly used in official communications and organizational settings.
When to use 通报
通报 is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include '发布通报' (to issue a notification) or '新闻通报' (news bulletin). Be careful with tone; ensure that your pronunciation is clear to avoid confusion.
通报 or something close to it
通告 (tōnggào) is more general and can refer to any announcement, while 通报 (tōngbào) implies a formal notification of specific information.
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Learners often confuse 通报 with 通知. For example, saying '我昨天给他通报了消息' (I notified him of the news yesterday) is incorrect; the correct term to use would be 通知. Remember, 通报 is for formal announcements.
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Use 通报 when referring to formal announcements or bulletins, while 通知 is more general for notifications.
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