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March 24, 2026
迎接yíngjiē(ying2jie1)
迎接 means 'to meet, welcome, or greet someone.' It is commonly used in contexts such as welcoming guests at an event, greeting friends, or receiving visitors. The term conveys a sense of hospitality and warmth.
Frequency#4787DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, welcoming guests is a significant tradition. For instance, during festivals such as the Spring Festival, people often use 迎接 to express their joy and hospitality towards family and friends who visit.
Memory Tip
Think of 迎 (ying) as 'to meet' someone at a gate, and 接 (jie) as 'to connect' with them. Imagine a scene where you are eagerly waiting at a gate to greet a friend with open arms, emphasizing the joy of welcoming them.
Meanings of 迎接
yíngjiē(ying2jie1)
1to meet
2to welcome
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About 迎接
迎接Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#4787Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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AI Study Notes for 迎接
Quick Contrast
接待 (jiēdài) - use 迎接 when emphasizing the act of welcoming someone personally, while 接待 focuses more on the formal reception or hosting of guests.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 迎 (ying) as 'to meet' someone at a gate, and 接 (jie) as 'to connect' with them. Imagine a scene where you are eagerly waiting at a gate to greet a friend with open arms, emphasizing the joy of welcoming them.
Usage Notes
A common mistake is using 迎接 in overly formal contexts where simpler words like '欢迎' (huān yíng, to welcome) might suffice. 迎接 is often used in social or informal settings, so avoid using it in very formal speeches. Be mindful of tone, as mispronunciation can alter meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 迎接 connects to other verbs related to interaction and communication. Students should focus on its usage in phrases and contexts where welcoming or greeting is involved, enhancing conversational skills.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, welcoming guests is a significant tradition. For instance, during festivals such as the Spring Festival, people often use 迎接 to express their joy and hospitality towards family and friends who visit.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 迎接 with 迎, which means 'to welcome' but does not imply the act of meeting. For example, saying '我迎你' (wǒ yíng nǐ) is incorrect; '我迎接你' (wǒ yíng jiē nǐ) is the right usage.
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Grammar Patterns of 迎接
迎接 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 3 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.
Exercise 1 of 5
Complete the Sentence
____他的是大家齐唱《祝你生日快乐》，令他非常感动。
He was greeted with a rousing chorus of Happy Birthday.
Example Sentences for 迎接 (9)
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迎接他的是大家齐唱《祝你生日快乐》，令他非常感动。
yíng jiē tā de shì dà jiā qí chàng《 《 zhù nǐ shēng rì kuài》， lè 》， líng tā fēi cháng。
He was greeted with a rousing chorus of Happy Birthday.
2
今天迎接我们的将是非常忙碌的一天。
jīn tiān yíng jiē wǒ mén de jiāng shì fēi cháng máng lù de yī tiān。
From now on, I'm gonna say yes--yes to love, yes to adventure, yes to life, whatever it maybe, the answer's going to be yes.
7
安东尼娅跑去迎接他们。
ān dōng ní yà pǎo qù yíng jiē tā mén。
Antonia ran to meet them.
8
他们铺开红地毯迎接客人.
tā mén pū kāi hóng dì tǎn yíng jiē kè rén.
They rolled out the red carpet for the guests.
9
迎接她的是一片嘘声.
yíng jiē tā de shì yī piàn xū shēng.
She was greeted with boos and hisses.
Cultural Notes for 迎接
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, welcoming guests is a significant tradition. For instance, during festivals such as the Spring Festival, people often use 迎接 to express their joy and hospitality towards family and friends who visit.
Frequently Asked Questions about 迎接
Yes, but it is more commonly used in informal contexts. For formal settings, consider using '欢迎' (huān yíng) instead.
Yes, while both mean 'to welcome,' 迎接 often implies a more active greeting or meeting, whereas 欢迎 is about welcoming in a broader sense.
