召集

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Character Breakdown

Usage and Context

The verb 召集 (zhàojí) means to summon or call together people, often for a meeting or assembly. It is commonly used in formal or official contexts such as companies, schools, or the military. When you use 召集, it implies an authoritative or urgent call to gather.

Common Collocations

These collocations highlight the typical use of 召集 in organizing groups for discussion or action.

Nuances

召集 often carries a tone of formality and urgency. It is not used for casual gatherings but rather for official or important assemblies. Unlike 聚集 (jùjí), which simply means to gather, 召集 emphasizes the act of calling or ordering people to come together.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 召集 with 集合 (jíhé), which also means to gather but is more neutral and can be used in everyday contexts. 召集 is more formal and often implies an authority figure initiating the gathering.

Example Sentences

The company urgently called all employees to a meeting.

The principal summoned the student council members to discuss event

The army summoned reinforcements in the border area.