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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
共同体gòngtóngtǐcommunityHSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #32588, Very Hard
gòngtóngtǐ(gong4tong2ti3) T4
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March 24, 2026

共同体(共同體)gòngtóngtǐ(gong4tong2ti3)

共同体 (gòngtóngtǐ) refers to a community or a collective body where individuals share common interests or goals. It emphasizes mutual support, collaboration, and a sense of belonging among its members, often used in social, political, and cultural contexts.

Strokes19Frequency#32588DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 共同体 is deeply rooted in Confucian values of harmony, collective well-being, and filial piety, reflecting the importance of community over individualism.

Memory Tip

Imagine a group of people standing together, each holding a piece of a puzzle that fits together to form a beautiful picture. The character 共同 (gòngtóng) means 'together,' and 体 (tǐ) represents 'body,' so think of a 'body of people working together' to create harmony.

Meanings of 共同体

gòngtóngtǐ(gong4tong2ti3)
1community
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About 共同体

共同体Simplified
共同體Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 共同体

Quick Contrast

社群 (shèqún) vs 共同体 (gòngtóngtǐ): use 共同体 when emphasizing a formal collective with shared goals, while 社群 focuses on a more informal community structure.

Usage Notes

Be mindful that 共同体 is typically used in formal contexts, such as academic discussions about sociology or political theory. Common collocations include '共同体意识' (gòngtóngtǐ yìshí - community consciousness) and '共同体建设' (gòngtóngtǐ jiànshè - community building). Ensure to use the correct tones to avoid confusion.

HSK Study Tips

While 共同体 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it connects to themes of community and collaboration found in HSK Level 4 vocabulary. Focus on understanding related words like '社会' (shèhuì - society) and '团体' (tuántǐ - group) to enhance your grasp of social vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 共同体 with 组织 (zǔzhī - organization), but while both involve groups, 共同体 focuses on shared values and relationships, not just structure. For example, saying '我们是一个组织' (wǒmen shì yīgè zǔzhī) instead of '我们是一个共同体' (wǒmen shì yīgè gòngtóngtǐ) misses the collaborative essence.

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Component Characters

共gòngcommon
HSK 46 strokes八
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同tóng(used in given names)
HSK 56 strokes口
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体tǐbody
7 strokes亻
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How to say community in Chinese

“community” in Chinese is共同体gòngtóngtǐ

共同体 (gòngtóngtǐ) refers to a community or a collective body where individuals share common interests or goals. It emphasizes mutual support, collaboration, and a sense of belonging among its members, often used in social, political, and cultural contexts.

When to use 共同体

Be mindful that 共同体 is typically used in formal contexts, such as academic discussions about sociology or political theory. Common collocations include '共同体意识' (gòngtóngtǐ yìshí - community consciousness) and '共同体建设' (gòngtóngtǐ jiànshè - community building). Ensure to use the correct tones to avoid confusion.

共同体 or something close to it

社群 (shèqún) vs 共同体 (gòngtóngtǐ): use 共同体 when emphasizing a formal collective with shared goals, while 社群 focuses on a more informal community structure.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 共同体 with 组织 (zǔzhī - organization), but while both involve groups, 共同体 focuses on shared values and relationships, not just structure. For example, saying '我们是一个组织' (wǒmen shì yīgè zǔzhī) instead of '我们是一个共同体' (wǒmen shì yīgè gòngtóngtǐ) misses the collaborative essence.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 共同体

共同体 emphasizes a deeper connection and shared goals among individuals, while 社区 (shèqū) refers to a more general neighborhood or locality.

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