HSK 5 Words: 聆取 (líng qǔ) VS 领取 (lǐng qǔ)

In Chinese language learning, the HSK words 聆取 (líng qǔ) and 领取 (lǐng qǔ) are often confused by learners. While both words can be used in similar contexts, their meanings and usage have subtle differences. In this article, we will explore the nuances between these two words by examining their definitions and examples of usage.

聆取 (líng qǔ) typically implies the act of carefully listening or paying attention to something, often with the intention of understanding or learning from it. It implies a sense of respect and attention towards the information being presented.

Examples:

1. The students listened attentively to the teacher's explanation and took careful notes.
   学生们聆取老师的讲解，认真做笔记。
   xué shēng men líng qǔ lǎo shī de jiǎng jiě ， rèn zhēn zuò bǐ jì 。
2. He listened carefully to his colleague's opinions and then made a decision.
   他聆取了同事的意见，然后做出了决定。 
   tā líng qǔ le tóng shì de yì jiàn ， rán hòu zuò chū le jué dìng 。
3. She listened to all the speeches at the meeting and summarized the consensus of everyone.
   她在会议上聆取了所有人的发言，总结出了大家的共识。 
   tā zài huì yì shàng líng qǔ le suǒ yǒu rén de fā yán ， zǒng jié chū le dà jiā de gòng shí 。

领取 (lǐng qǔ), on the other hand, implies the act of picking up or receiving something, often in a formal or official context. It can be related to documents, parcels, or other items that need to be collected or retrieved.

Examples:

1. Please present your ID at the counter to pick up your package.
   请凭身份证到柜台领取您的包裹。
   qǐng píng shēn fèn zhèng dào guì tái lǐng qǔ nín de bāo guǒ 。
2. He picked up his driver's license and officially became a legal driver.
   他领取了驾照，正式成为合法驾驶员。
   tā lǐng qǔ le jià zhào ， zhèng shì chéng wéi hé fǎ jià shǐ yuán 。
3. I have picked up the prize money.
   我已经领取了奖金。
   wǒ yǐ jīng lǐng qǔ le jiǎng jīn 。

In summary, 聆取 (líng qǔ) and 领取 (lǐng qǔ) are two distinct words in Chinese. 聆取(líng qǔ) implies the act of carefully listening or paying attention to something with the intention of understanding or learning from it, while 领取(lǐng qǔ) implies the act of picking up or receiving something in a formal or official context. Understanding the specific meanings of these words and their appropriate usage can enhance your Chinese language comprehension and communication skills.

Quiz: Please consider whether to use 聆取 (líng qǔ) VS 领取 (lǐng qǔ) in the following sentences.

1. 我在课堂上______了老师的讲解，受益匪浅。
   wǒ zài kè táng shàng ______ le lǎo shī de jiǎng jiě ， shòu yì fěi qiǎn 。
2. ______样品前，请先填写相关的申请表格。
   ______ yàng pǐn qián ， qǐng xiān tián xiě xiāng guān de shēn qǐng biǎo gé 。
3. 这个月末，你将可以______你的工资。
   zhè gè yuè mò ， nǐ jiāng kě yǐ ______ nǐ de gōng zī 。

Answers:

1. 聆取 (líng qǔ)
2. 领取 (lǐng qǔ)
3. 领取 (lǐng qǔ)