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屄 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
屄bīvagina; to press up to; to forcezg, 8 strokes, radical 尸, rank #20271, Very Hard
屄bīcunt (vulgar)unknown, 8 strokes, radical 尸, rank #20271, Very Hard
bī(bi1) T1
  1. 1vagina; to press up to; to force
  2. 2cunt (vulgar)
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March 24, 2026

屄bī(bi1)

The character 屄 (bī) is a vulgar term for 'vagina' in Mandarin. It can also imply the act of pressing or forcing against something. This term is considered crude and is typically used in informal or derogatory contexts, so learners should be cautious about its usage.

Strokes8Radical尸Frequency#20271DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, discussions about sex and anatomy can be quite taboo, and this word reflects that societal attitude. Its vulgarity makes it a topic of humor or shock rather than open discussion, highlighting cultural differences in handling such subjects.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bee (bī) that is buzzing around, and as it lands, it presses against a flower's petals. This imagery connects the sound of 'bī' with the act of pressing, while also hinting at the vulgar meaning related to the female anatomy.

Meanings of 屄

bī(bi1)
1vagina; to press up to; to force
2cunt (vulgar)
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About 屄

屄Simplified
8Strokes
尸Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Due to its vulgar connotation, 屄 is best avoided in formal conversations. It's often used in slang or among friends but can be offensive. Be aware of the tone and context when using this word to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

While 屄 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it may help learners navigate informal conversations. Focus on the distinction between formal and informal language, recognizing when certain terms may cause offense.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 屄 in formal settings or misinterpret its intensity. For instance, saying '我觉得这个很屄' (I think this is very 'vulgar term') is inappropriate; a better choice would be '不太好' (not very good).

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Pronunciation of 屄

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Etymology of 屄

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

A hole 穴 in a woman's body 尸

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Case file: 屄

  1. 1The giveawayA hole 穴 in a woman's body 尸
  2. 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 屄?

Decomposition of 屄

IDS Structure⿸尸穴
屄Full Character
=
尸shi1
enclosing
穴xue2
inner
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How to say vagina; to press up to; to force in Chinese

“vagina; to press up to; to force” in Chinese is屄bī

The character 屄 (bī) is a vulgar term for 'vagina' in Mandarin. It can also imply the act of pressing or forcing against something. This term is considered crude and is typically used in informal or derogatory contexts, so learners should be cautious about its usage.

When to use 屄

Due to its vulgar connotation, 屄 is best avoided in formal conversations. It's often used in slang or among friends but can be offensive. Be aware of the tone and context when using this word to avoid misunderstandings.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 屄 in formal settings or misinterpret its intensity. For instance, saying '我觉得这个很屄' (I think this is very 'vulgar term') is inappropriate; a better choice would be '不太好' (not very good).

Write 屄

屄

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Word Family of 屄

Words Containing This Character1
屄bīcunt (vulgar)
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Compound Meaning

What does 屄 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 屄

Yes, 屄 is a vulgar term and is considered offensive in most contexts.

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