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March 24, 2026
同胞tóngbāo(tong2bao1)
同胞 (tóng bāo) refers to individuals who are born of the same parents, highlighting a close familial relationship. It can also be used more broadly to denote compatriots or fellow citizens, emphasizing shared identity and connection within a community or nation.
Frequency#7031DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
同胞 is often used during national celebrations or in discussions about unity among Chinese people, reflecting the cultural value placed on familial and national ties. It underscores the deep-rooted belief in collective identity within Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine two siblings (同) holding hands with a bond so strong that they share the same heartbeat (胞). The pronunciation 'tóng bāo' sounds like 'together', which helps you remember that these are people connected by family or nationality.
Meanings of 同胞
tóngbāo(tong2bao1)
1born of the same parents
2sibling
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About 同胞
同胞Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#7031Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 同胞
Quick Contrast
同胞 (tóngbāo) vs 兄弟 (xiōngdì) — use 同胞 for a broader sense of compatriots or fellow citizens, while 兄弟 specifically refers to brothers.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine two siblings (同) holding hands with a bond so strong that they share the same heartbeat (胞). The pronunciation 'tóng bāo' sounds like 'together', which helps you remember that these are people connected by family or nationality.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the contexts in which you use 同胞; it is often used in formal discussions about national identity or solidarity. Avoid using it in casual settings, as it may sound overly serious. Common collocations include 同胞兄弟 (compatriots or brothers) and 亲同胞 (dear compatriots).
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 6, students should focus on the nuanced meanings of 同胞 as it connects to other familial and national identity terms like 兄弟 (brother) and 国籍 (nationality). Understanding its usage will enhance comprehension of discussions on citizenship and social cohesion.
Cultural Note
同胞 is often used during national celebrations or in discussions about unity among Chinese people, reflecting the cultural value placed on familial and national ties. It underscores the deep-rooted belief in collective identity within Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 同胞 with 朋友 (friend), thinking it can be used informally. An incorrect example is '他是我的同胞朋友' (He is my compatriot friend); it should be '他是我的朋友' (He is my friend).
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Grammar Patterns of 同胞
同胞 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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Complete the Sentence
他呼吁自己的____不要丧失信心。
He appealed to his countrymen not to lose heart.
Example Sentences for 同胞 (3)
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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.
2
英国的马蒂娜·勒穆瓦昂南通过四局的比赛击败了同胞苏珊娜·霍纳。
yīng guó de mǎ dì nà· · lè mù wǎ áng nán tōng guò sì jú de bǐ sài jī bài le tóng bāo sū shān· nà ·。
Britain's Martine Le Moignan defeated her countrywoman Suzanne Horner in four games.
3
他在去年的决赛中输给了自己的同胞迈克尔·施蒂希。
tā zài qù nián de jué sài zhōng shū gěi le zì jǐ de tóng bāo mài kè ěr· · shī dì。
He lost last year's final to fellow countryman Michael Stich.
Cultural Notes for 同胞
🏮Cultural insight
同胞 is often used during national celebrations or in discussions about unity among Chinese people, reflecting the cultural value placed on familial and national ties. It underscores the deep-rooted belief in collective identity within Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 同胞
Yes, it can refer to compatriots or fellow citizens, especially in discussions about national identity.
Yes, while 同胞 specifically refers to siblings or compatriots, 兄弟 typically means brothers and can imply a closer familial bond.
It is pronounced as 'tóng bāo', with the first tone on '同' and the first tone on '胞'.
