合影
hé yǐng HSK 5

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📚 Example Sentences

我们一起拍张合影吧。
Wǒmen yīqǐ pāi zhāng héyǐng ba.
Let's take a group photo together.
这张合影拍得很好看。
Zhè zhāng héyǐng pāi de hěn hǎokàn.
This group photo was taken very nicely.
合影里有十个人。
Héyǐng lǐ yǒu shí gè rén.
There are ten people in the group photo.
我们合影吧。
Wǒmen héyǐng ba.
Let's take a group photo.
他们想合影。
Tāmen xiǎng héyǐng.
They want to take a group photo.

💡 Memory Tip

Break down the characters: 合 (hé) means 'together' or 'join,' and 影 (yǐng) means 'shadow' or 'image.' Think of 'joining images together' to remember it's a group photo.

📝 Usage Notes

This word is neutral in formality and commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese. It is frequently used in social contexts, such as at gatherings, events, or with celebrities, to document a moment with others.

📖 Grammar Points

Often used as a verb-object structure, e.g., '合影 + (with someone)' as in '与...合影.' It can also be a noun, e.g., '一张合影' (a group photo).

🏯 Cultural Notes

In Chinese culture, taking group photos (合影) is a common way to commemorate social or formal occasions, symbolizing unity and shared memories. It's especially popular at weddings, reunions, and with notable figures.

🔄 Similar Words

Compared to 拍照 (pāizhào, to take a photo in general), 合影 emphasizes the group aspect. 自拍 (zìpāi) means 'selfie,' focusing on oneself, while 合影 involves multiple participants.

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