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March 24, 2026
顾问(顧問)gùwèn(gu4wen4)
顾问 (gù wèn) refers to a person who provides expert advice or consultation in a specific field, such as business, law, or health. This term is commonly used in professional settings, where individuals or organizations seek specialized knowledge to inform decisions or strategies.
Frequency#2959DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the role of a 顾问 is highly respected, often seen as a gateway to making informed decisions, especially in family businesses and government. This reflects the value placed on wisdom and experience in both personal and professional matters.
Memory Tip
Think of 顾 (gù) as 'to take care of' and 问 (wèn) as 'to ask.' Imagine a wise owl (顾) who takes care of questions (问) by giving advice. Picture this owl perched in an office, ready to consult anyone who needs guidance.
Meanings of 顾问
gùwèn(gu4wen4)
1adviser
2consultant
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About 顾问
顾问Simplified
顧問Traditional
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#2959Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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咨询师 (zīxún shī) vs 顾问 (gù wèn): 选择顾问时强调其在特定领域的经验和权威，而咨询师更侧重于提供指导和建议的角色。
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 顾 (gù) as 'to take care of' and 问 (wèn) as 'to ask.' Imagine a wise owl (顾) who takes care of questions (问) by giving advice. Picture this owl perched in an office, ready to consult anyone who needs guidance.
Usage Notes
When using 顾问, ensure that the context is professional or formal, as it is not typically used in casual conversations. Avoid confusing it with other terms like 朋友 (péng yǒu, friend), which has a more personal connotation. Common collocations include '商业顾问' (business consultant) and '法律顾问' (legal adviser).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 顾问 connects well with other professional terms like 经理 (jīng lǐ, manager) and 专家 (zhuān jiā, expert). Focus on how this term relates to roles and jobs in a business context to enhance vocabulary related to career discussions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the role of a 顾问 is highly respected, often seen as a gateway to making informed decisions, especially in family businesses and government. This reflects the value placed on wisdom and experience in both personal and professional matters.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 顾问 with 朋友 (péng yǒu), leading to incorrect translations like 'friend' instead of 'consultant.' Another mistake is using a casual tone when referring to a 顾问, which should always maintain a degree of formality.
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Grammar Patterns of 顾问
顾问 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
这对夫妇已经向婚姻指导____寻求帮助。
The couple have sought help from marriage guidance counsellors.
She withdrew to confer with her advisers before announcing a decision.
Cultural Notes for 顾问
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese society, the role of a 顾问 is highly respected, often seen as a gateway to making informed decisions, especially in family businesses and government. This reflects the value placed on wisdom and experience in both personal and professional matters.
Frequently Asked Questions about 顾问
顾问 focuses on providing advice, while 专家 refers more to a person who has specialized knowledge or expertise in a specific field.
It's best to reserve 顾问 for formal or professional contexts, as it may sound out of place in casual conversations.
While commonly used in business, 顾问 can also refer to consultants in fields such as education, health, and law.
