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March 24, 2026
庀pǐ(pi3)
The character 庀 (pǐ) means to prepare or to regulate. It is often used in contexts related to organizing or arranging things in order, such as preparing materials for an event or regulating processes. This character is less commonly used in everyday conversation but can be found in formal writings or specific contexts related to management and organization.
Strokes5Radical广Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of preparation is deeply rooted in traditional practices such as festival planning and family gatherings, where meticulous organization is seen as a sign of respect and care for guests.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wise old man (the radical 府) preparing a feast (the character's form) with great care. The ‘p’ sound of pǐ can remind you of the word 'prepare,' as he meticulously organizes every dish before serving it.
Meanings of 庀
pǐ(pi3)
1to prepare; to regulate
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AI Study Notes for 庀
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wise old man (the radical 府) preparing a feast (the character's form) with great care. The ‘p’ sound of pǐ can remind you of the word 'prepare,' as he meticulously organizes every dish before serving it.
Usage Notes
Learners might confuse 庀 with similar-sounding characters, leading to misuse in context. It's more formal and not frequently used in casual speech, so be mindful of the audience when using it. Common collocations include 庀备 (prepare) and 庀理 (regulate).
HSK Study Tips
Though 庀 is not included in the HSK levels, it relates to the themes of preparation and organization found in HSK vocabulary. Students should focus on recognizing this character in written texts, especially in formal contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of preparation is deeply rooted in traditional practices such as festival planning and family gatherings, where meticulous organization is seen as a sign of respect and care for guests.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 庀 in casual conversation, thinking it means 'to prepare' in all contexts. It's best used in formal settings. For example, saying '我们需要庀晚餐' (We need to prepare dinner) might sound overly formal; instead, use '准备晚餐' (prepare dinner).
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Cultural Notes for 庀
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In Chinese culture, the concept of preparation is deeply rooted in traditional practices such as festival planning and family gatherings, where meticulous organization is seen as a sign of respect and care for guests.
Word Family of 庀
Words Containing This Character1
庀pǐto prepare
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 庀
It is pronounced as 'pǐ' with a rising tone.
No, it is more often found in formal writing or specific contexts related to preparation and regulation.
Some common words include 庀备 (prepare) and 庀理 (regulate).
