Definition
集合 (jíhé) is a general, neutral verb for 'to gather, to assemble' — it works for both people and objects. Compared to 聚 (jù), which is more colloquial and often used for social get-togethers, 集合 is more formal and can be used in organized settings. 聚集 (jùjí) is similar but emphasizes the process of coming together from different directions.
verb
to gatherto assemble
Examples
- 集合。Wǒmen míngtiān zǎoshang zài xuéxiào ménkǒu jí hé.We'll gather at the school gate tomorrow morning.
- 集合。Qǐng dàjiā jí hé dào jiàoshì.Please assemble in the classroom.
- 集合。Zhèxiē zīliào xūyào jí hé zài yìqǐ.These materials need to be gathered together.
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