duì
nounBeginner
general

A group of people organized for a common purpose, such as a sports team, work team, or military unit.

她是篮球队的队长。

She is the captain of the basketball team.

我们需要组建一个项目团队。

We need to form a project team.

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Can refer to both formal and informal groups, often with a leader or captain.

Collocations

队长captain足球队soccer team篮球队basketball team工作队work team

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Related Phrases

加入一个队phrase
to join a team
解散一个队phrase
to disband a team

💡Pro Tip

Team vs. Group

'队' often implies a more formal or organized group, especially in sports or work contexts.

📖Word Origin

From the Chinese character '队' (duì), meaning 'group' or 'formation'.

📝Usage Notes

Often used with specific sports or activities (e.g., '足球队' for soccer team). Can also refer to military units or work groups.

Word Breakdown

group or formation
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