集会 jíhuì to gather
to gather; assembly; meeting
How to remember 集会: 集 to gather + 会 can = to gather.
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How it is used
- An assembly / gathering of people, often for a cause - 举行集会 (jǔxíng jíhuì) to hold a rally.
- Frequently political or public (抗议集会 a protest rally); implies an organized group meeting.
- Contrast 聚会 (jùhuì, a social get-together with friends) - 集会 is larger, more formal/public assembly.