Meaning and Usage
"集团" refers primarily to a large organized group, often used in business contexts to describe a corporate group or conglomerate. It implies a collection of companies or entities under one umbrella, emphasizing scale and organization.
Common Collocations
- "大型集团" (large group): used to describe big corporations.
- "房地产集团" (real estate group): a common industry-specific usage.
- "集团成员" (group members): referring to individuals within the group.
Usage Notes
When using "集团," the focus is on the collective organization rather than just any group of people. It is more formal and often relates to business or structured groups. Avoid confusing it with "集体" which means collective but is more general and can refer to any collective activity or group.
Register and Tone
"集团" is formal and commonly used in news, business, and official contexts. It is not typically used in casual conversation unless discussing companies or organizations.