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March 24, 2026
宴会(宴會)yànhuì(yan4hui4)
宴会 (yànhuì) refers to a formal banquet or feast, typically involving a large gathering for a meal, often celebrating an event or occasion. It is commonly used in contexts like weddings, corporate events, and important family celebrations, emphasizing the social aspect of dining together.
Frequency#3528DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 宴会 often signifies not just a meal but also a ritual of hospitality and respect, particularly in familial and business contexts. It can include traditional customs such as toasting the host or important guests.
Memory Tip
Think of '宴' (yàn) as a 'yacht' that floats on a 'mountain' of delicious food, and '会' (huì) as 'gathering'. Picture a luxurious yacht party where people come together to enjoy a grand feast, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 宴会
yànhuì(yan4hui4)
1banquet
2feast
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About 宴会
宴会Simplified
宴會Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3528Frequency Rank
席Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
宴席 (yànxí) - use 宴会 for formal gatherings or events, while 宴席 emphasizes the dining aspect, often referring specifically to the table setting or meal itself.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '宴' (yàn) as a 'yacht' that floats on a 'mountain' of delicious food, and '会' (huì) as 'gathering'. Picture a luxurious yacht party where people come together to enjoy a grand feast, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
Be careful using 宴会 in informal settings; it is more suited for formal occasions. Common collocations include '参加宴会' (cān jiā yàn huì - attend a banquet) and '宴会安排' (yàn huì ān pái - banquet arrangements). Also, ensure you pronounce the tones accurately to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 宴会 connects well with other words related to events and gatherings, such as 会议 (huìyì - meeting) and 聚会 (jùhuì - party). Focus on using it in sentences that describe events to strengthen your vocabulary in social contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 宴会 often signifies not just a meal but also a ritual of hospitality and respect, particularly in familial and business contexts. It can include traditional customs such as toasting the host or important guests.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 宴会 with 聚会 (jùhuì), thinking both can be used interchangeably. Remember, 宴会 is formal while 聚会 is informal. For example, saying '我去参加宴会' (wǒ qù cān jiā yàn huì - I am going to attend a banquet) is correct, while '我参加宴会' for a casual dinner party would be inappropriate.
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Grammar Patterns of 宴会
宴会 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 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.
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____常常会因为一些非常诙谐的讲话而气氛活跃，热闹非凡。
The dinner was often a riotous affair enlivened by superbly witty speeches.
Example Sentences for 宴会 (10)
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宴会常常会因为一些非常诙谐的讲话而气氛活跃，热闹非凡。
yàn huì cháng cháng huì yīn wéi yī xiē fēi cháng huī xié de jiǎng huà ér qì fēn huó yuè， ， rè nào fēi。
The dinner was often a riotous affair enlivened by superbly witty speeches.
Poor Tom lamentably disgraced himself at Sir Charles Mirable 's table, by premature inebriation.
Cultural Notes for 宴会
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 宴会 often signifies not just a meal but also a ritual of hospitality and respect, particularly in familial and business contexts. It can include traditional customs such as toasting the host or important guests.
Frequently Asked Questions about 宴会
宴会 can include weddings, corporate dinners, and holiday celebrations, essentially any large formal gathering for a meal.
No, 宴会 is formal and not suitable for casual hangouts; for those, use 聚会 (jùhuì) instead.
While both refer to gatherings around food, 餐会 (cānhuì) is typically less formal, often used for smaller meals or receptions.
