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March 24, 2026
款待kuǎndài(kuan3dai4)
款待 (kuǎndài) means to entertain guests or be hospitable, often involving offering food and drink. It is commonly used in social contexts where one is hosting someone, reflecting the importance of hospitality in Chinese culture.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, hospitality is a significant aspect of social etiquette, often seen in family gatherings and festivals where food plays a central role. 款待 reflects the value placed on treating guests with respect and generosity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand banquet where you are 'kuan' (宽) – wide and generous – in your hospitality, welcoming guests with open arms. The character '待' (dài) resembles a person waiting to serve, emphasizing readiness to entertain.
Meanings of 款待
kuǎndài(kuan3dai4)
1to entertain
2to be hospitable to
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About 款待
款待Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 款待
Quick Contrast
招待 (zhāodài) vs 款待 (kuǎndài): 招待 emphasizes the act of receiving or welcoming guests, while 款待 focuses on the hospitality and generosity shown during the hosting.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand banquet where you are 'kuan' (宽) – wide and generous – in your hospitality, welcoming guests with open arms. The character '待' (dài) resembles a person waiting to serve, emphasizing readiness to entertain.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 款待 with similar terms like 招待 (zhāodài), which focuses more on formal reception. This word is generally used in a more formal context, suitable for business or significant social gatherings. Pay attention to the tone, as mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 款待 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to social interactions and hospitality. Students should focus on using it in context, particularly in sentences describing hosting events or gatherings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, hospitality is a significant aspect of social etiquette, often seen in family gatherings and festivals where food plays a central role. 款待 reflects the value placed on treating guests with respect and generosity.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 款待 with 款项 (kuǎnxiàng), which means 'amount' or 'funds'. Be careful to use 款待 only in the context of hospitality, such as '我们要好好款待客人' ('We should entertain our guests well').
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Grammar Patterns of 款待
款待 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 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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曼德拉先生在华盛顿受到热情的____。
Mr Mandela was given a tumultuous reception in Washington.
Example Sentences for 款待 (4)
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曼德拉先生在华盛顿受到热情的款待。
màn dé lā xiān shēng zài huá shèng dùn shòu dào rè qíng de kuǎn dài。
Mr Mandela was given a tumultuous reception in Washington.
2
她正在煮鱼来款待客人.
tā zhèng zài zhǔ yú lái kuǎn dài kè rén.
She was cooking fish as a treat.
3
忽必烈汗在北京, 他们受到了盛情款待.
hū bì liè hàn zài běi jīng, , tā mén shòu dào le shèng qíng kuǎn.
At Peking was the Great Khan, and they were hospitably entertained.
Public areas are consist of poolside gardens, beach and resort gardens.
Cultural Notes for 款待
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, hospitality is a significant aspect of social etiquette, often seen in family gatherings and festivals where food plays a central role. 款待 reflects the value placed on treating guests with respect and generosity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 款待
While it is more common in formal contexts, it can be used informally among friends to express hospitality.
It is pronounced 'kuǎn dài', with the first syllable in the third tone and the second syllable in the fourth tone.
Synonyms include 招待 (zhāodài), which also means to receive guests, but with a slightly different nuance.
