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March 24, 2026
报名(報名)bàomíng(bao4ming2)
报名 (bàomíng) means to sign up or register for an event, course, or activity. It is commonly used when enrolling in classes, competitions, or public events. The nuance implies taking the initiative to participate and providing one's name for a specific purpose.
Frequency#7154DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
报名 is particularly important in Chinese culture for educational and professional opportunities, such as entering prestigious schools or signing up for training programs. The process is often seen as a critical step in achieving one's career goals.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big event where you need to enter your name to get in. The character 报 has a 'report' vibe, like announcing your presence, while 名 means 'name'. Together, think of 'reporting your name' to sign up!
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AI Study Notes for 报名
Quick Contrast
报名 (bàomíng) vs 注册 (zhùcè) — use 报名 when emphasizing the act of signing up for participation, while 注册 is more about the formal process of registering or enrolling, often for official or legal purposes.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big event where you need to enter your name to get in. The character 报 has a 'report' vibe, like announcing your presence, while 名 means 'name'. Together, think of 'reporting your name' to sign up!
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 报名 with 报告 (bàogào), which means 'to report' or 'to present'. This term is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, but it's more common in everyday situations. Typical collocations include 报名参加 (to sign up to participate) and 报名表 (registration form).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 报名 connects with other verbs related to actions and participation like 参加 (cānjiā - to participate) and申请 (shēnqǐng - to apply). Focus on using it in sentences related to events or classes to solidify understanding.
Cultural Note
报名 is particularly important in Chinese culture for educational and professional opportunities, such as entering prestigious schools or signing up for training programs. The process is often seen as a critical step in achieving one's career goals.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 报名 when they mean to say 'to inquire about' something. For example, saying '我想报名这个工作' (I want to sign up for this job) when they actually mean '我想询问这个工作' (I want to inquire about this job) is incorrect. Use 报名 only when you are actually registering.
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Grammar Patterns of 报名
报名 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 6 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.
There has been a decline in enrollment in liberal arts courses in favor of highly specialized training for high-paying careers, mostly in business.
Cultural Notes for 报名
🏮Cultural insight
报名 is particularly important in Chinese culture for educational and professional opportunities, such as entering prestigious schools or signing up for training programs. The process is often seen as a critical step in achieving one's career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions about 报名
You can say '我想报名参加这个课程' (Wǒ xiǎng bàomíng cānjiā zhège kèchéng), meaning 'I want to sign up for this course'.
No, 报名 can be used for various contexts like competitions, events, and even job applications.
报名 is more about signing up for events or activities, while 申请 refers specifically to applying for positions, grants, or permissions.
