Meaning and Usage
"同伙" (tónghuǒ) specifically refers to accomplices or partners in crime. It is commonly used in legal or criminal contexts to describe people who collaborate in illegal activities.
Common Collocations
- 同伙犯罪 (tónghuǒ fànzuì): criminal accomplices
- 抓获同伙 (zhuāhuò tónghuǒ): to arrest accomplices
- 犯罪团伙的同伙 (fànzuì tuánhuǒ de tónghuǒ): accomplices in a criminal gang
Usage Notes
When using "同伙," the implication is usually negative, referring to people involved together in wrongdoing. It is not used for neutral or positive partnerships. Avoid confusing it with "伙伴" (huǒbàn), which means partner or companion in a neutral or positive sense.
Register and Tone
"同伙" is formal and often appears in news reports, police statements, or legal discussions. It is not typically used in casual conversation unless discussing crime-related topics.