Meaning and Usage
The word 游行 (yóuxíng) primarily refers to a parade or a march, often organized to express support or protest. It can describe festive parades, political demonstrations, or any organized procession moving through streets.
Common Contexts
游行 is frequently used in news reports and social discussions about public demonstrations or celebrations. It implies a group moving together in an orderly fashion, often with banners or signs.
Collocations and Patterns
- 游行示威: to march in protest; used when the parade has a political or social protest purpose.
- 举行游行: to hold a parade; common phrase for organizing such events.
- 游行队伍: parade procession; refers to the group of participants.
Usage Notes
游行 is more formal and public than just 'walking' or 'strolling'. It always involves a group and a purpose, unlike casual wandering. Avoid confusing 游行 with 游玩 (yóuwán), which means to go out for fun or sightseeing.
When using 游行, the tone is usually neutral or serious, depending on the event's nature. It is common in both spoken and written Chinese, especially in media contexts.