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March 24, 2026
拜会(拜會)bàihuì(bai4hui4)
拜会 (bàihuì) refers to paying an official call or visiting someone in a formal capacity, often for the purpose of establishing or maintaining professional relationships. This term is commonly used in business and diplomatic contexts, where formal introductions and respect are paramount.
Frequency#32123DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, visiting someone officially symbolizes respect and commitment to forming or strengthening relationships, often seen in business and politics. The act of 拜会 is integral in establishing trust and mutual respect.
Memory Tip
Imagine a formal meeting where you '拜' (bài) or bow to show respect before entering a '会' (huì) or gathering. Visualize yourself walking into a room, bowing slightly as you greet important people, making this visit memorable and respectful.
Meanings of 拜会
bàihuì(bai4hui4)
1pay an official call
2call on
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About 拜会
拜会Simplified
拜會Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5BCT✓CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 拜会
Quick Contrast
拜访 (bàifǎng) is more general and can refer to visiting someone without the formal connotation of 拜会.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a formal meeting where you '拜' (bài) or bow to show respect before entering a '会' (huì) or gathering. Visualize yourself walking into a room, bowing slightly as you greet important people, making this visit memorable and respectful.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 拜会 in casual situations, where it may sound overly formal. This term is best reserved for professional environments. Additionally, be careful with the tones; mispronouncing either character can change the meaning completely.
HSK Study Tips
Since 拜会 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, students should focus on related terms in business and formal communication. Understanding the context of professional relationships in Chinese society can also enhance comprehension and usage.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, visiting someone officially symbolizes respect and commitment to forming or strengthening relationships, often seen in business and politics. The act of 拜会 is integral in establishing trust and mutual respect.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 拜会 with informal visiting terms. For example, saying '我今天拜会我的朋友' (I am paying an official call on my friend) is incorrect; instead, it should be '我今天去看我的朋友' (I am going to see my friend).
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Cultural Notes for 拜会
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, visiting someone officially symbolizes respect and commitment to forming or strengthening relationships, often seen in business and politics. The act of 拜会 is integral in establishing trust and mutual respect.
Frequently Asked Questions about 拜会
Use 拜会 when you are visiting someone in a formal or professional context, such as business meetings or diplomatic visits.
No, 拜会 is too formal for casual visits; use it only in professional settings.
It's best to avoid 拜会 for social calls; instead, use terms like 访问 (fǎngwèn) for visiting friends or family.
