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March 24, 2026
回报(回報)huíbào(hui2bao4)
回报 refers to the act of returning a favor or showing gratitude in response to a previous action. It can also imply consequences or retaliation in certain contexts, reflecting the idea of reciprocity in relationships and transactions.
Frequency#2704DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of reciprocity is deeply embedded in social interactions, emphasizing the importance of mutual support and gratitude. 回报 reflects the cultural norm of maintaining harmonious relationships through actions of gratitude and reciprocity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a circular loop where you pass a gift (回) back and forth (报) to symbolize the idea of giving and receiving. The loop represents the cycle of reciprocation, making it easier to remember both the pronunciation 'hui' (回) and 'bao' (报) as you think of returning something.
Meanings of 回报
huíbào(hui2bao4)
1(in) return
2reciprocation
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About 回报
回报Simplified
回報Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2704Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
回馈 (huíkuì) — use 回报 when emphasizing the act of returning a favor, while 回馈 often implies feedback or benefits received in return.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a circular loop where you pass a gift (回) back and forth (报) to symbolize the idea of giving and receiving. The loop represents the cycle of reciprocation, making it easier to remember both the pronunciation 'hui' (回) and 'bao' (报) as you think of returning something.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 回报 with another term for 'report', leading to mistakes in context. It's important to use it in interpersonal relationships or discussions about exchanges, rather than formal reporting scenarios. Be mindful of tone; the second tone (回) and fourth tone (报) must be pronounced correctly to convey the right meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 回报 is often used in discussions about social dynamics and economic transactions. Students should focus on related terms like 反馈 (feedback) and 报答 (to repay) to strengthen their understanding of reciprocity in various contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of reciprocity is deeply embedded in social interactions, emphasizing the importance of mutual support and gratitude. 回报 reflects the cultural norm of maintaining harmonious relationships through actions of gratitude and reciprocity.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use 回报 incorrectly in a context where feedback (反馈) is required, saying '我想给你回报' instead of '我想给你反馈'. Ensure you choose the right term based on context.
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Grammar Patterns of 回报
回报 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 6 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
我们从事这一行不是为了获得巨大的经济____。
We are not in this to reap immense financial rewards.
Example Sentences for 回报 (6)
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我们从事这一行不是为了获得巨大的经济回报。
wǒ mén cóng shì zhè yī háng bù shì wéi le huò dé jù dà de jīng jì huí bào。
We are not in this to reap immense financial rewards.
2
钱德拉决心做一名医生，她的坚持不懈得到了回报。
qián dé lā jué xīn zuò yī míng yī shēng， ， tā de jiān chí bù xiè dé dào le huí。
Chandra was determined to become a doctor and her persistence paid off.
3
他们的谨慎得到了很好的回报。
tā mén de jǐn shèn dé dào le hěn hǎo de huí bào。
Their caution has been richly rewarded.
4
如果她的感情得不到回报，她会感到非常失望。
rú guǒ tā de gǎn qíng dé bù dào huí bào， ， tā huì gǎn dào fēi cháng shī。
She will be disappointed if her feelings are not returned.
You pay regular premiums and in return the insurance company will pay out a lump sum.
Cultural Notes for 回报
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of reciprocity is deeply embedded in social interactions, emphasizing the importance of mutual support and gratitude. 回报 reflects the cultural norm of maintaining harmonious relationships through actions of gratitude and reciprocity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 回报
Yes, 回报 can refer to returns on investments or reciprocation in business dealings, highlighting the importance of mutual benefit.
Not necessarily; while it often implies gratitude or positive reciprocation, it can also refer to retaliation in negative contexts.
回报 focuses on reciprocation or return, while 反馈 specifically means feedback, often in a more formal or evaluative sense.
