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March 24, 2026
合伙héhuǒ(he2huo3)
The term '合伙' (héhuǒ) refers to the act of forming a partnership or joint venture, typically in a business context. It emphasizes collaboration between two or more parties to achieve mutual goals, sharing both risks and rewards. This word is commonly used in discussions about business agreements, co-investing, or collaborative projects.
Frequency#9410DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, forming a partnership is a common practice in both business and social settings, reflecting the cultural value placed on cooperation and collective success. The concept of '合伙' is often seen in family businesses and community enterprises.
Memory Tip
Imagine two people (合) shaking hands (伙) to symbolize their partnership. Together, they combine their resources and efforts to succeed, reinforcing the idea of collaboration inherent in '合伙'. The 'he' sound can remind you of 'hand' shaking, while 'huo' can sound like 'work' together.
Meanings of 合伙
héhuǒ(he2huo3)
1to act jointly
2to form a partnership
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About 合伙
合伙Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#9410Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
合资 (hézī) vs 合伙 (héhuǒ): Use 合资 when specifically referring to joint investment or capital contributions, whereas 合伙 emphasizes the partnership aspect and collaboration beyond just financial investment.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine two people (合) shaking hands (伙) to symbolize their partnership. Together, they combine their resources and efforts to succeed, reinforcing the idea of collaboration inherent in '合伙'. The 'he' sound can remind you of 'hand' shaking, while 'huo' can sound like 'work' together.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; '合伙' should be pronounced with the second tone (hé) and third tone (huǒ). It's commonly used in formal business conversations, but can also appear in informal settings when discussing joint projects among friends. A common collocation is '合伙人' (héhuǒrén), meaning 'partner'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 term, '合伙' connects with other vocabulary related to business and collaboration. Students should focus on its usage in various contexts, especially in legal and financial discussions, to fully grasp its connotations and applications.
Cultural Note
In China, forming a partnership is a common practice in both business and social settings, reflecting the cultural value placed on cooperation and collective success. The concept of '合伙' is often seen in family businesses and community enterprises.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '合伙' with '合作', using them interchangeably. For instance, saying '我们合作了一个项目' (Wǒmen hézuòle yīgè xiàngmù) instead of '我们合伙了一个项目' (Wǒmen héhuǒle yīgè xiàngmù) can change the meaning from a simple cooperation to a formal partnership.
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Grammar Patterns of 合伙
合伙 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 2 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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这座房子是在约翰的____人的指导下盖起来的。
The house was built under the direction of John's partner.
Example Sentences for 合伙 (4)
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这座房子是在约翰的合伙人的指导下盖起来的。
zhè zuò fáng zǐ shì zài yuē hàn de hé huǒ rén de zhǐ dǎo xià gài qǐ lái de。
The house was built under the direction of John's partner.
2
不幸的是，他的合伙人都是些骗子，已卷款逃之夭夭了。
bù xìng de shì， ， tā de hé huǒ rén dū shì xiē piàn， zǐ ， yǐ juàn kuǎn táo zhī yāo。
Unfortunately, his partners were crooks and absconded with the funds.
3
她的合伙人企图骗走她的股份.
tā de hé huǒ rén qǐ tú piàn zǒu tā de gǔ fèn.
Her partner tried to trick her out of her share.
4
她现在心里倍感内疚：她既让富兰克林丢了面子，又让自己的合伙人损失了钱。
tā xiàn zài xīn lǐ bèi gǎn nèi jiù： ： tā jì ràng fù lán kè lín diū le miàn， zǐ ， yòu ràng zì jǐ de hé huǒ rén sǔn shī。
She now felt doubly guilty; she had embarrassed Franklin and she had cost her partner money.
Cultural Notes for 合伙
🏮Cultural insight
In China, forming a partnership is a common practice in both business and social settings, reflecting the cultural value placed on cooperation and collective success. The concept of '合伙' is often seen in family businesses and community enterprises.
Frequently Asked Questions about 合伙
'合伙' refers to forming a partnership where two or more entities work together towards shared objectives.
Yes, while it primarily refers to business partnerships, it can also describe joint efforts or collaborations in other areas.
'合作' (hézuò) generally means 'cooperation' and can refer to less formal or structured arrangements, while '合伙' specifically implies a formal partnership.
