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March 24, 2026
埤pí(pi2)
The character 埤 (pí) primarily refers to a low wall or fence, often used in agricultural contexts to enclose fields or gardens. It can also imply the action of adding or increasing something, suggesting a sense of attachment or connection, particularly in physical spaces.
Strokes11Radical土Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese agriculture, low walls (埤) are often used to protect crops from animals and to mark boundaries between fields, reflecting the importance of land management in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a small garden with a low wall (埤) around it to keep the vegetables safe. The component 土 (earth) hints at the ground where the wall sits, while the character resembles a fence enclosing a plot of land. Think of 'pí' as 'piling' up soil to create that protective barrier.
Meanings of 埤
pí(pi2)
1to add, to increase; to attach; fence, wall
2low wall
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埤Simplified
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土Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a small garden with a low wall (埤) around it to keep the vegetables safe. The component 土 (earth) hints at the ground where the wall sits, while the character resembles a fence enclosing a plot of land. Think of 'pí' as 'piling' up soil to create that protective barrier.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 埤 with similar-sounding characters. Remember that 埤 specifically relates to enclosing spaces or walls, while other characters may pertain to different types of barriers or enclosures. It's generally used in informal contexts.
HSK Study Tips
Although 埤 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it relates to similar agricultural terms at HSK Level 2. Focus on the radicals 土 (earth) and the concept of enclosing, which can help with understanding related vocabulary like 场 (field or place).
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese agriculture, low walls (埤) are often used to protect crops from animals and to mark boundaries between fields, reflecting the importance of land management in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 埤 to refer to tall walls, as in the case of buildings or city walls. The correct term for those would be 墻 (qiáng), not 埤.
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Cultural Notes for 埤
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In traditional Chinese agriculture, low walls (埤) are often used to protect crops from animals and to mark boundaries between fields, reflecting the importance of land management in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 埤
Words Containing This Character1
埤pílow wall
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Frequently Asked Questions about 埤
埤 refers to a low wall or fence, often for agricultural purposes, while 墻 (qiáng) refers to a tall wall or structure, generally used in buildings.
Yes, 埤 can also imply the concept of enclosing or adding to something in a metaphorical sense, such as in relationships or projects.
