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March 24, 2026
情报(情報)qíngbào(qing2bao4)
情报 (qíngbào) refers to intelligence or information, often in a context related to espionage or information gathering. It is commonly used in military, governmental, or strategic discussions, indicating the importance of acquiring knowledge about opponents or situations.
Frequency#1809DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 情报 is heavily tied to the historical significance of espionage, particularly during events like the Opium Wars and World War II, where gathering intelligence was crucial for survival and strategy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a '情' (qíng) connection between two spies sharing secret '报' (bào) reports. The character for 情 has a heart (心) in it, suggesting emotions tied to the information, while 报 resembles a report being delivered. Together, they symbolize critical knowledge exchanged between agents.
Meanings of 情报
qíngbào(qing2bao4)
1(spy) intelligence
2information-gathering
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About 情报
情报Simplified
情報Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1809Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
情报 (qíngbào) vs 信息 (xìnxī) — use 情报 when referring specifically to intelligence or strategic information, while 信息 is a broader term for information in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a '情' (qíng) connection between two spies sharing secret '报' (bào) reports. The character for 情 has a heart (心) in it, suggesting emotions tied to the information, while 报 resembles a report being delivered. Together, they symbolize critical knowledge exchanged between agents.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 情报 with related terms like 信息 (xìnxī), which simply means 'information' without the espionage connotation. This term is more formal and often used in military or governmental contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 情报 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to governance, security, and information technology. Students should focus on understanding its nuances in context and practice using it in formal discussions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 情报 is heavily tied to the historical significance of espionage, particularly during events like the Opium Wars and World War II, where gathering intelligence was crucial for survival and strategy.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 情报 with the more general term 信息 (xìnxī), leading to inappropriate usage. For instance, saying '我需要一些情报' (wǒ xūyào yīxiē qíngbào) in a casual setting may sound overly dramatic; instead, use 信息 for everyday information.
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Grammar Patterns of 情报
情报 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
他们怀疑内维尔和福斯特先生交换了秘密____。
They suspected that Neville had traded secret information with Mr Foster.
Example Sentences for 情报 (7)
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1
他们怀疑内维尔和福斯特先生交换了秘密情报。
tā mén huái yí nèi wéi ěr hé fú sī tè xiān shēng jiāo huàn le mì mì qíng bào。
They suspected that Neville had traded secret information with Mr Foster.
2
为您提供最优秀电影情报的网站
wéi nín tí gōng zuì yōu xiù diàn yǐng qíng bào de wǎng zhàn
the website that gives you the downlow on the best movies
3
对德国的情报机关来说, 德?科弗利少校是个老猜不透的谜.
duì dé guó de qíng bào jī guān lái shuō, ,? dé ? kē fú lì shǎo xiào shì gè lǎo cāi bù tòu.
To German intelligence, Major de Coverley was a vexatious enigma.
4
对德国的情报机关来说, 德·科弗利少校是个老猜不透的谜.
duì dé guó de qíng bào jī guān lái shuō, ,· dé · kē fú lì shǎo xiào shì gè lǎo cāi bù tòu.
To German intelligence, Major - de Coverley was a vexatious enigima.
We got info that Tapia's got a casket coming in tomorrow at 4:00 p.m.
7
这里的吊眼梢给他们偷送情报.
zhè lǐ de diào yǎn shāo gěi tā mén tōu sòng qíng bào.
The local slant - eyes were feeding them spy information.
Cultural Notes for 情报
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 情报 is heavily tied to the historical significance of espionage, particularly during events like the Opium Wars and World War II, where gathering intelligence was crucial for survival and strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions about 情报
No, 情报 is more formal and typically used in contexts involving government or military discussions.
Yes, but it primarily carries a connotation of strategic or covert information gathering.
情报 implies intelligence gathering, particularly in strategic contexts, while 信息 is more general information.
