B2 noun Neutral 1 min read

人脉

ren2mai4 /ʐə̌n maɪ/
Practice it

Your network is your net worth; it represents the professional connections that facilitate your career success.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Refers to a professional network of useful contacts.
  • Essential for career growth and business success.
  • Often built through networking and social interaction.

Overview

  1. 1概述：人脉（Connections/Network）在现代汉语中是一个极其重要的词汇，尤其在职场和商务语境下。它不仅仅指认识的人，更强调这些关系能够带来的潜在价值和协作机会。人脉被视为一种无形的资产，是个人在社会中生存和发展的关键资源。

常见语境：最常出现在商务交流、职业规划、创业讨论中。例如，人们常说“在职场中，能力很重要，但人脉也不可或缺”。此外，在社交场合，人们也会谈论如何通过参加活动来拓展自己的人脉圈。

  1. 1近义词辨析：与“关系”相比，“人脉”更侧重于职业性和建设性，强调这些关系对事业的推动作用；而“关系”一词范围更广，有时甚至包含私人情感或负面的裙带关系。与“朋友圈”相比，“人脉”更具目的性和功能性，而“朋友圈”则更强调私人的情感联系和日常交流。

Examples

1

他非常善于结交朋友，人脉很广。

everyday

He is very good at making friends and has a wide network.

2

通过这次会议，我成功扩展了行业内的人脉。

formal

Through this conference, I successfully expanded my professional network.

3

别总想着靠人脉，实力才是硬道理。

informal

Don't just rely on connections; competence is what really matters.

4

社会资本理论探讨了人脉对经济活动的促进作用。

academic

Social capital theory explores the role of professional networks in economic activities.

Common Collocations

积累人脉 Build up a network
扩展人脉 Expand one's network
利用人脉 Leverage connections

Common Phrases

人脉广

Well-connected

人脉资源

Networking resources

建立人脉

Establish a network

Often Confused With

人脉 vs 关系

Guanxi is a broader term that can refer to personal, professional, or even nepotistic ties. Renmai is specifically focused on professional networking.

人脉 vs 朋友圈

Pengyouquan refers to one's social circle, which is often more informal and personal. Renmai implies a more strategic and professional intent.

Grammar Patterns

积累/扩展 + 人脉 人脉 + 广/深 利用 + 人脉 + 做某事

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The term is widely used in both formal business settings and casual advice. It carries a positive connotation of resourcefulness and social intelligence. Avoid using it in contexts where you want to emphasize deep, selfless emotional bonds.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 'Renmai' with 'Renkou' (population). Also, avoid assuming that 'Renmai' always implies corruption, as it is a standard business term. Ensure you use verbs like '积累' or '扩展' rather than '制造'.

Tips

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Focus on mutual value

True networking is about giving as much as you take. Always look for ways to help your connections rather than just asking for favors.

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Avoid being overly transactional

Don't treat people like tools. People can sense if you only reach out to them when you need something, which damages your reputation.

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The importance of Guanxi

In Chinese culture, 'Guanxi' is a deep-rooted concept of social capital. It emphasizes long-term reciprocity and trust-based relationships.

Word Origin

The term combines 'Ren' (person) and 'Mai' (vessel/vein), suggesting that people are the lifeblood of a business or career. It reflects the traditional Chinese emphasis on interconnectedness.

Cultural Context

In Chinese society, the concept of 'Guanxi' is foundational. 'Renmai' is the modern, professional evolution of this concept, highlighting the importance of networking in a competitive market economy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'Ren' (person) + 'Mai' (vein). Just as veins carry blood throughout the body, 'Renmai' carries opportunities throughout your professional life.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

不完全一样。朋友通常基于情感和信任，而人脉更侧重于资源互换和职业帮助，虽然好的人脉往往也包含朋友关系。

可以通过参加行业会议、提升个人专业能力、积极参与社交活动以及在职场中真诚地帮助他人来积累。

在许多行业中，人脉能提供更多信息渠道和合作机会，确实能起到事半功倍的效果，但个人能力始终是基础。

“积累人脉”通常指通过正当途径建立合作关系，而“拉关系”有时带有贬义，暗示通过私下利益输送或讨好来获取不正当照顾。

Test Yourself

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小王在行业内工作多年，积累了非常广泛的___，这对他创业帮助很大。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: a

人脉指社会关系网络，符合语境。

multiple choice

关于人脉的描述，哪一个是正确的？

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: b

人脉是职业发展中的社会资源，需要长期维护。

sentence building

参加行业会议是___的有效方式。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: a

“扩展人脉”是固定搭配。

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