unknown, 11 strokes, radical 彡, rank #15555, Very Hard
彪
biāo
tiger cub
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 彡, rank #15555, Very Hard
彪
biāo
(old) classifier for troops
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 彡, rank #15555, Very Hard
biāo(biao1) T1
1tiger; a tiger's stripes; like a tiger
2tiger stripes
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March 24, 2026
彪biāo(biao1)
The character 彪 (biāo) typically refers to a tiger or its stripes. It can also describe something that resembles the fierce and powerful nature of a tiger, often used in a metaphorical sense. In historical contexts, it was used as a classifier for troops, highlighting strength and valor.
Strokes11Radical彡Frequency#15555DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the tiger is a symbol of strength, bravery, and protection, often celebrated during the Lunar New Year. The character 彪 reflects this cultural significance, representing not just the animal, but the spirit of courage and ferocity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fierce tiger (彪) with bold stripes (the character's components represent strength). The left side resembles a strong, powerful animal, while the right part can remind you of the swift movement of a tiger, helping you remember the pronunciation 'biāo' as you visualize it prowling through the jungle.
Meanings of 彪
biāo(biao1)
1tiger; a tiger's stripes; like a tiger
2tiger stripes
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About 彪
彪Simplified
11Strokes
彡Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 彪
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 彪 with other characters like 猫 (māo) for cat. This word is generally more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation unless discussing animals or metaphors related to strength. Common collocations include phrases about bravery or ferocity.
HSK Study Tips
Although 彪 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to HSK Level 3 words like 猫 (māo) and 狗 (gǒu). Focus on recognizing 彪 in contexts related to animals or metaphors of strength, which can enhance understanding of character nuances.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 彪 with other similar characters due to the phonetic similarity, such as 笔 (bǐ) which means pen. To avoid this, remember that 彪 specifically relates to tigers and their attributes.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 彪?
Decomposition of 彪
IDS Structure⿺虎彡
彪Full Character
=
虎hu3
enclosing
彡shan1
inner
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 彪?
How to say tiger; a tiger's stripes; like a tiger in Chinese
“tiger; a tiger's stripes; like a tiger” in Chinese is彪biāo
The character 彪 (biāo) typically refers to a tiger or its stripes. It can also describe something that resembles the fierce and powerful nature of a tiger, often used in a metaphorical sense. In historical contexts, it was used as a classifier for troops, highlighting strength and valor.
When to use 彪
Be cautious not to confuse 彪 with other characters like 猫 (māo) for cat. This word is generally more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation unless discussing animals or metaphors related to strength. Common collocations include phrases about bravery or ferocity.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 彪 with other similar characters due to the phonetic similarity, such as 笔 (bǐ) which means pen. To avoid this, remember that 彪 specifically relates to tigers and their attributes.
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彪
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Grammar Patterns of 彪
彪 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.
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Complete the Sentence
据曼迪说，帕特____悍的外表下隐藏着一颗害羞且敏感的心。
According to Mandy, Pat's tough exterior hides a shy and sensitive soul.
