belt ornament, pendant; wear at waist, tie to the belt; respect
zg, 8 strokes, radical 亻, rank #7761, Hard
pèi(pei4) T4
1to respect
2to wear (belt etc)
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March 24, 2026
佩pèi(pei4)
The character 佩 (pèi) primarily means 'to wear' or 'to adorn,' particularly in relation to items like belts or ornaments. It conveys a sense of respect or honor when used in contexts of wearing something symbolic, such as a badge of honor or pendant that signifies esteem.
Strokes8Radical亻Frequency#7761DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, wearing certain ornaments or insignia can signify status or respect, particularly in traditional ceremonies. For instance, scholars in ancient times wore specific pendants to show their academic achievements.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone wearing a beautiful belt adorned with a shimmering pendant. The character 佩 looks like a person draped in an elegant garment, with the top part resembling a waist belt and the bottom part symbolizing the fabric hanging down, reminding you of how one 'wears' something with pride.
Meanings of 佩
pèi(pei4)
1to respect
2to wear (belt etc)
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About 佩
佩Simplified
8Strokes
亻Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#7761Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 佩
Quick Contrast
佩 (pèi) vs 戴 (dài) — use 佩 for adornment or symbolic wearing, while 戴 is for wearing items like hats or glasses.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when saying 佩 (pèi), as mispronouncing it can change its meaning. It's commonly used in formal contexts, especially in literature or discussions about respect and honor. Note that 佩 is often paired with words like '佩戴' (pèidài), meaning 'to wear' something like jewelry.
HSK Study Tips
While 佩 (pèi) is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is important for learners to connect it with related terms, such as '佩戴' (pèidài). Focus on its usage in phrases that express respect or adornment.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 佩 (pèi) with 戴 (dài), leading to incorrect phrases like '我佩一个手表' (Wǒ pèi yī gè shǒubiǎo), which should be '我戴一个手表' (Wǒ dài yī gè shǒubiǎo). Remember, use 佩 for symbolic adornments and 戴 for general wearing.
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Pronunciation of 佩
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1The giveawayCommon 凡 cloth 巾 ornaments worn by people 亻
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 佩?
Decomposition of 佩
IDS Structure⿰亻⿵凡巾
佩Full Character
=
亻ren2
left
凡fan2
enclosing
巾jin1
inner
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Which of these is a component of 佩?
How to say to respect in Chinese
“to respect” in Chinese is佩pèi
The character 佩 (pèi) primarily means 'to wear' or 'to adorn,' particularly in relation to items like belts or ornaments. It conveys a sense of respect or honor when used in contexts of wearing something symbolic, such as a badge of honor or pendant that signifies esteem.
When to use 佩
Be cautious with the tone when saying 佩 (pèi), as mispronouncing it can change its meaning. It's commonly used in formal contexts, especially in literature or discussions about respect and honor. Note that 佩 is often paired with words like '佩戴' (pèidài), meaning 'to wear' something like jewelry.
佩 or something close to it
佩 (pèi) vs 戴 (dài) — use 佩 for adornment or symbolic wearing, while 戴 is for wearing items like hats or glasses.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 佩 (pèi) with 戴 (dài), leading to incorrect phrases like '我佩一个手表' (Wǒ pèi yī gè shǒubiǎo), which should be '我戴一个手表' (Wǒ dài yī gè shǒubiǎo). Remember, use 佩 for symbolic adornments and 戴 for general wearing.
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Grammar Patterns of 佩
佩 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
