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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
婊biǎowhore, prostituten, 11 strokes, radical 女, rank #28274, Very Hard
biǎo(biao3)biao T3
  1. 1whore, prostitute
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March 24, 2026

婊biǎo(biao3)

The character 婊 (biǎo) refers to a prostitute or whore in a derogatory sense. It is commonly used in informal contexts and can carry strong negative connotations, so it is important to be cautious about its use.

Strokes11Radical女Frequency#28274DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the term 婊 is often used in discussions surrounding morality and social stigma related to sex work. The societal views on prostitution can be quite strict, and this word reflects those attitudes.

Memory tip

Imagine a 'bi' (like 'bee') buzzing around a 'biao' (a fake flower). This bee is attracted to the flower just as the character refers to someone who may be drawn to a life of selling intimacy, highlighting the derogatory nature of the term.

Meanings of 婊

biǎo(biao3)
1whore, prostitute
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About 婊

婊Simplified
11Strokes
女Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

This term is highly informal and offensive, often used in derogatory contexts. Avoid using it in formal conversations or written communication. Be aware of its tone, as it can escalate to insult if used carelessly.

HSK Study Tips

While this character is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, learners should note its negative connotation and avoid using it when discussing relationships or professions in a neutral context. Focus on understanding context and tone when encountering such terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse this term with more neutral words for women in the sex industry. For example, using 婊 instead of 妓女 (jì nǚ) to refer to a sex worker can lead to misunderstandings or offense.

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Etymology of 婊

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 女 represents the meaning and 表 represents the sound.

Memory hint

woman

Semantic (meaning)女
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Phonetic (sound)表
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Origin

婊 = 女 + 表. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 婊

IDS Structure⿰女表
婊Full character
=
女nü3
left
表biao3
right
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Parts

Which of these is part of 婊?

How to say whore, prostitute in Chinese

“whore, prostitute” in Chinese is婊biǎo

The character 婊 (biǎo) refers to a prostitute or whore in a derogatory sense. It is commonly used in informal contexts and can carry strong negative connotations, so it is important to be cautious about its use.

When to use 婊

This term is highly informal and offensive, often used in derogatory contexts. Avoid using it in formal conversations or written communication. Be aware of its tone, as it can escalate to insult if used carelessly.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse this term with more neutral words for women in the sex industry. For example, using 婊 instead of 妓女 (jì nǚ) to refer to a sex worker can lead to misunderstandings or offense.

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Cultural Notes for 婊

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In Western cultures, terms for sex workers can vary widely in connotation and acceptance, often being reclaimed by some communities, whereas in Chinese culture, terms like 婊 reinforce negative stereotypes.

Word Family of 婊

Words containing this character2
婊子whore
婊biǎoprostitute
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Words with 婊

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Frequently asked questions about 婊

No, it's considered derogatory and offensive, and should be avoided.

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