圈子

quān zi

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

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circle

geometric shape, 圈子 is a circular outline or group, while 圆 refers to the shape itself

ring

circular band or loop, like a ring; 圈子 often implies a boundary, while 环 is more tangible

Often used with 里: 在圈子里 (within the circle/group); avoid 在圈子 without 里 when referring to being inside a group.

Don't confuse 圈子 (social circle/group) with 圆 (round shape); 圈子 is for social groups or circular outlines, not mathematical circles.

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他在我们的圈子里很受欢迎。

He is very popular in our circle.

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to encircle

to go around in circles

to confine

circle; ring; loop (CL:個|个[gè])

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