Chinese · Work & Business
会议
huìyì
Meeting
Beginnernoun
Definition
A gathering of people to discuss work matters.
Example
明天上午有一个重要会议。
There is an important meeting tomorrow morning.
Etymology
'会议' (huìyì) is made up of '会' (huì), meaning 'to meet' or 'to gather', and '议' (yì), meaning 'to discuss' or 'deliberate'. This term has developed with modern organizational practices, reflecting the formal gatherings for discourse.
How & Where It’s Used
'会议' is primarily used in formal contexts, especially in business and governmental discussions, found in both spoken and written forms. It is a standard term across all Mandarin-speaking regions.