siu2 zou2小組小组
Jyutpingsiu2 zou2
Yalesíu jóu
Definition
A group or team; a small gathering of people brought together for a specific purpose.
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How it's used
Small groups in a professional or academic setting are almost always referred to as 小組. It implies a focused, temporary, or task-oriented gathering rather than a permanent department or a large social circle. When talking about a group of friends or a more casual gathering, people prefer using 班 or 堆 instead.
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The teacher asked us to split into several small groups for discussion.
Which group are you working in?
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Common mistake
Avoid using 小組 to describe a group of friends hanging out, as it sounds overly formal and clinical. It is strictly for structured settings like projects, research, or organizational work.
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Grammar guides
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