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March 24, 2026
呼吁(呼籲)hūyù(hu1yu4)
呼吁 (hū yù) means to call on someone or a group to take action, often used in formal contexts such as petitions or public appeals. It conveys a sense of urgency and importance, making it suitable for social movements, campaigns, or public statements that urge change or action.
Frequency#12145DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
呼吁 is often seen in the context of social movements in China, particularly in recent years where citizens have called on the government to respond to environmental or social issues. This reflects a growing awareness and engagement in civic matters among the public.
Memory Tip
Imagine a loudspeaker (呼) calling out to a crowd, urging them (吁) to pay attention and take action. The sound of '呼' is like the sound of a call, while '吁' suggests an appeal or request, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 呼吁
hūyù(hu1yu4)
1to call on (sb to do sth)
2to appeal (to)
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About 呼吁
呼吁Simplified
呼籲Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#12145Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 呼吁
Quick Contrast
呼唤 (hūhuàn) is more about calling out to someone specifically, while 呼吁 (hūyù) emphasizes urging action from a group or the public.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a loudspeaker (呼) calling out to a crowd, urging them (吁) to pay attention and take action. The sound of '呼' is like the sound of a call, while '吁' suggests an appeal or request, helping you remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 呼吁 in overly casual contexts where a simpler verb would suffice. It is typically used in formal or serious discussions, often paired with nouns like 政府 (government) or 大众 (the public) to clarify the audience being appealed to. Ensure the tone is respectful, as it often addresses significant issues.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 呼吁 connects well with other vocabulary about social issues, activism, and formal communication. Focus on using it in contexts discussing advocacy or public statements, and practice forming sentences that reflect its urgent tone.
Cultural Note
呼吁 is often seen in the context of social movements in China, particularly in recent years where citizens have called on the government to respond to environmental or social issues. This reflects a growing awareness and engagement in civic matters among the public.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 呼吁 with similar verbs like 请求 (qǐng qiú) or 号召 (hào zhào). For example, saying 我请求政府呼吁环境保护 (I request the government to call for environmental protection) is incorrect; instead, use 我呼吁政府采取环境保护措施 (I call on the government to take measures for environmental protection).
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Grammar Patterns of 呼吁
呼吁 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.
Because the weather suddenly turned cold, many people caught colds, hospitals became very busy, and therefore the government urged everyone to stay warm.
Example Sentences for 呼吁 (9)
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1
他们呼吁当局将蓄奴定为一种应该受到惩罚的罪行。
tā mén hū xū dāng jú jiāng xù nú dìng wéi yī zhǒng yīng gāi shòu dào chéng fá de zuì háng。
They called on the authorities to make slavery a punishable offence.
2
他呼吁自己的同胞不要丧失信心。
tā hū xū zì jǐ de tóng bāo bù yào sāng shī xìn xīn。
He appealed to his countrymen not to lose heart.
3
他呼吁企业不要过度提高价格。
tā hū xū qǐ yè bù yào guò dù tí gāo jià gé。
He appealed to firms not to increase their prices unduly.
We made an appeal to the villagers for money to build the bridge.
Cultural Notes for 呼吁
🏮Cultural insight
呼吁 is often seen in the context of social movements in China, particularly in recent years where citizens have called on the government to respond to environmental or social issues. This reflects a growing awareness and engagement in civic matters among the public.
Frequently Asked Questions about 呼吁
No, 呼吁 is more appropriate for formal discussions or written appeals, not casual dialogue.
呼吁 implies a public or collective call to action, while 请求 is a more general term for making a request.
Not necessarily; it can also be used to call for positive actions or changes.
