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团体 (tuántǐ) - use '团伙' for groups with negative or criminal connotations, while '团体' refers to more neutral or positive organizations.
Be cautious about the context in which you use '团伙' as it carries a strong negative implication. It is more commonly used in informal or conversational settings rather than formal discussions. A common collocation is '犯罪团伙' (criminal gang), which emphasizes its illicit nature.
Although '团伙' is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, it connects to HSK Level 3 and above terms related to groups and actions, such as '组织' (organization) and '合伙' (partnership). Students should focus on understanding the nuances of group-related vocabulary and their connotations.
Learners often confuse '团伙' with '团队' (team), which has a neutral or positive meaning. For example, saying '我有一个犯罪团队' (I have a criminal team) instead of '我有一个犯罪团伙' is incorrect, as it downplays the serious implication of the group.
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How to say (criminal) gang in Chinese
“(criminal) gang” in Chinese is团伙
The term '团伙' refers to a group of people who come together for a common purpose, often with negative connotations related to criminal activities. It is commonly used to describe gangs or groups involved in illicit activities, such as organized crime. The term can also refer to accomplices or cronies in a less formal context.
When to use 团伙
Be cautious about the context in which you use '团伙' as it carries a strong negative implication. It is more commonly used in informal or conversational settings rather than formal discussions. A common collocation is '犯罪团伙' (criminal gang), which emphasizes its illicit nature.
团伙 or something close to it
团体 (tuántǐ) - use '团伙' for groups with negative or criminal connotations, while '团体' refers to more neutral or positive organizations.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '团伙' with '团队' (team), which has a neutral or positive meaning. For example, saying '我有一个犯罪团队' (I have a criminal team) instead of '我有一个犯罪团伙' is incorrect, as it downplays the serious implication of the group.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 团伙
Yes, '团伙' typically implies a negative connotation, particularly associated with criminal activities.
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