惯例

guàn lì

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

1. convention
2. usual practice

Word relationships

Related words

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• 习俗 xí sú 习俗 xí sú custom 习俗 refers to social customs or traditions, often longer-standing and more culturally embedded than 惯例.: custom
• 常规 cháng guī 常规 cháng guī code of conduct 常规 means routine or conventional practice, emphasizing regularity.: code of conduct
• 习惯 xí guàn 习惯 xí guàn habit 习惯 is a habit or customary practice, often on a personal level.: habit
• 规矩 guī ju 规矩 guī ju lit. compass and set square 规矩 means rules or established norms, often in a social or institutional context.: lit. compass and set square

Usage notes

Common mistakes

惯例 is a noun referring to an established practice; don't use it as a verb like 'to practice' (which would be 练习 liànxí).

Formality

惯例 is slightly formal and common in official or professional contexts like business and law.

Example Sentences

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按照 惯例 ，会议每周一举行。

According to convention, the meeting is held every Monday.

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Child Words of 惯例

• 惯 惯 guàn: accustomed to
• 例 例 lì: example