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March 24, 2026
协会(協會)xiéhuì(xie2hui4)
协会 (xié huì) refers to an organization or association formed by individuals with common interests or goals, often in fields such as education, business, or cultural activities. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to denote groups that facilitate collaboration and networking among members.
Frequency#3460DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, associations play a crucial role in various sectors, including academic, professional, and cultural fields. They often serve as platforms for networking and support, reflecting the importance of collective effort in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Think of 协 (xié) as a 'tie' (like tying people together) and 会 (huì) as a 'meeting'. Imagine a group of people tied together having a meeting to share ideas. The 'tie' represents cooperation and collaboration, which is central to the idea of an association.
Meanings of 协会
xiéhuì(xie2hui4)
1an association
2a society
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About 协会
协会Simplified
協會Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3460Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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团体 (tuántǐ) - use 协会 (xiéhuì) for formal organizations focused on specific interests, while 团体 (tuántǐ) is broader and can refer to any group or collective.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 协 (xié) as a 'tie' (like tying people together) and 会 (huì) as a 'meeting'. Imagine a group of people tied together having a meeting to share ideas. The 'tie' represents cooperation and collaboration, which is central to the idea of an association.
Usage Notes
Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 协会; both syllables need to be pronounced clearly to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words. It is typically used in formal contexts, such as in business or professional settings. Common collocations include '专业协会' (professional association) and '学生协会' (student association).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 协会 connects with other terms related to organization and cooperation. Students should focus on understanding its usage in formal contexts and be able to identify related vocabulary such as 组织 (organization) and 协调 (coordination).
Cultural Note
In China, associations play a crucial role in various sectors, including academic, professional, and cultural fields. They often serve as platforms for networking and support, reflecting the importance of collective effort in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 协会 with similar-sounding words like 学会 (xué huì), which means 'learning society' or 'to learn'. Remember that 协会 specifically refers to associations, so use 协会 when discussing formal organizations.
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Grammar Patterns of 协会
协会 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 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.
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Complete the Sentence
____的所有成员都遵守一套严格的行为规范。
All members of the association adhere to a strict code of practice.
Example Sentences for 协会 (10)
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协会的所有成员都遵守一套严格的行为规范。
xié huì de suǒ yǒu chéng yuán dū zūn shǒu yī tào yán gé de háng wéi guī fàn。
All members of the association adhere to a strict code of practice.
2
草地网球协会暂停了卡斯尔先生在英国队的职务。
cǎo dì wǎng qiú xié huì zàn tíng le kǎ sī ěr xiān shēng zài yīng guó duì de zhí wù。
The Lawn Tennis Association suspended Mr Castle from the British team.
We were approached by the Royal Yachting Association to see if we would loan our boat to them.
Cultural Notes for 协会
🏮Cultural insight
In China, associations play a crucial role in various sectors, including academic, professional, and cultural fields. They often serve as platforms for networking and support, reflecting the importance of collective effort in Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 协会
Typically, 协会 refers to formal organizations; for informal gatherings, terms like 小组 (xiǎo zǔ) or 团体 (tuán tǐ) might be more appropriate.
While both refer to groups, 协会 usually emphasizes a shared interest among members, while 组织 is a broader term for any organized group.
Make sure to emphasize the second tone on 协 (xié) and the fourth tone on 会 (huì) to pronounce it accurately.
