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March 24, 2026
欢迎(歡迎)huānyíng(huan1ying2)
欢迎 (huān yíng) means 'to welcome' and is commonly used when greeting guests or new arrivals. It conveys a sense of hospitality and friendliness, often found in contexts like welcoming someone to a home or an event.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of welcoming guests is deeply rooted, often linked to the tradition of hospitality. In many homes, it is customary to offer tea or snacks when welcoming visitors.
Memory Tip
Imagine a cheerful friend waving with open arms, saying '欢迎' (huān yíng) as you arrive. The character 欢 (huān) resembles a person jumping in joy, while 迎 (yíng) can be thought of as a person leaning forward to greet someone, emphasizing a warm welcome.
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Quick Contrast
欢迎 (huānyíng) vs 接待 (jiēdài) — use 欢迎 for a warm, friendly greeting, while 接待 is more formal and implies hosting or receiving guests.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a cheerful friend waving with open arms, saying '欢迎' (huān yíng) as you arrive. The character 欢 (huān) resembles a person jumping in joy, while 迎 (yíng) can be thought of as a person leaning forward to greet someone, emphasizing a warm welcome.
Usage Notes
Use 欢迎 in both formal and informal settings, but be cautious with pronunciation—ensure you use the correct tones (huān for the first tone and yíng for the second). A common collocation is 欢迎光临 (huān yíng guāng lín), meaning 'welcome to visit'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 3 word, 欢迎 connects with other basic verbs of greeting or hospitality, such as 见面 (jiàn miàn, to meet) and 谈话 (tán huà, to converse). Students should focus on using it in practical situations, like welcoming guests.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of welcoming guests is deeply rooted, often linked to the tradition of hospitality. In many homes, it is customary to offer tea or snacks when welcoming visitors.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 欢迎 with 迎接, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我欢迎你来' (I welcome you to come) is correct, but saying '我迎接你来' is awkward. Use 欢迎 when greeting or inviting.
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Pronunciation of 欢迎
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Grammar Patterns of 欢迎
欢迎 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.
In Chinese culture, the concept of welcoming guests is deeply rooted, often linked to the tradition of hospitality. In many homes, it is customary to offer tea or snacks when welcoming visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions about 欢迎
You can respond with 谢谢 (xiè xiè), meaning 'thank you', or simply smile and nod.
Yes, 欢迎 is appropriate in business contexts to greet clients or visitors.
欢迎 focuses on a warm greeting, while 迎接 (yíng jiē) emphasizes the act of receiving or meeting someone.
