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March 24, 2026
同人()tóngrén(tong2ren2)
The term '同人' (tóngrén) refers to individuals who share common interests or beliefs, often used in the context of colleagues or peers within a specific community. It can also imply a sense of fellowship and collaboration among people, particularly in creative or professional settings.
Frequency#35749DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
'同人' is especially prevalent in subcultures such as the 'doujin' (同人) community, where enthusiasts create and share original works, emphasizing collaboration and shared passion.
Memory Tip
Imagine a group of friends (同) gathering to work on a project (人), united by their shared interests. The characters together show a connection, like a team where everyone is a '同人'—working together as one.
Meanings of 同人
tóngrén(tong2ren2)
1colleagues
2fellowship (among people)
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a group of friends (同) gathering to work on a project (人), united by their shared interests. The characters together show a connection, like a team where everyone is a '同人'—working together as one.
Usage Notes
When using '同人', it is important to note that it often carries a more informal connotation of camaraderie compared to the more formal '同事' (tóngshì) for 'colleague.' Avoid confusing it with '人同' (rén tóng), which is incorrect.
HSK Study Tips
While '同人' is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it relates to social interaction commonly encountered in HSK 3-4 levels. Students should focus on the context in which it is used, especially concerning community and collaboration.
Cultural Note
'同人' is especially prevalent in subcultures such as the 'doujin' (同人) community, where enthusiasts create and share original works, emphasizing collaboration and shared passion.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '同人' with '同事' (tóngshì), which specifically means 'colleague' in a professional sense. Remember, '同人' emphasizes shared interests rather than just a work relationship.
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'同人' is especially prevalent in subcultures such as the 'doujin' (同人) community, where enthusiasts create and share original works, emphasizing collaboration and shared passion.
Frequently Asked Questions about 同人
'同人' typically refers to colleagues or peers with shared interests, but it can also apply to friends within certain contexts.
'同人' is generally informal and conveys a sense of fellowship rather than a strict professional relationship.
'同人' can be used in sentences like: '我们是同人，喜欢一起讨论这个项目。' (We are colleagues, and we enjoy discussing this project together.)
