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March 24, 2026
痞pǐ(pi3)
The character 痞 (pǐ) refers to a condition related to discomfort or issues in the abdominal area, such as dyspepsia or constipation. It is often used in medical contexts to describe a feeling of heaviness or a lump in the abdomen, reflecting issues with digestion or the spleen.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen is considered essential for digestion and overall health, making terms like 痞 relevant in discussions about wellness and diet in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a heavy ball (the character's rounded top) sitting in your stomach, symbolizing the discomfort of dyspepsia. The 'p' sound in 'pǐ' can remind you of 'pain' or 'pressure' in the belly, linking the form and sound to its meaning.
Meanings of 痞
pǐ(pi3)
1dyspepsia; spleen infection
2constipation
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痞Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a heavy ball (the character's rounded top) sitting in your stomach, symbolizing the discomfort of dyspepsia. The 'p' sound in 'pǐ' can remind you of 'pain' or 'pressure' in the belly, linking the form and sound to its meaning.
Usage Notes
This term is more commonly used in medical or informal contexts rather than formal writing. A common mistake is to confuse 痞 with similar-sounding words that relate to other body parts or conditions. Be sure to use the correct tones to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 痞 is not included in the HSK levels, it is useful for learners focusing on medical vocabulary. Students should familiarize themselves with related terms about health and digestion as they advance in their studies.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen is considered essential for digestion and overall health, making terms like 痞 relevant in discussions about wellness and diet in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 痞 with 病 (bìng), which means illness. For example, saying '我有病' (wǒ yǒu bìng) instead of '我有痞' (wǒ yǒu pǐ) can lead to misunderstandings about the type of discomfort being described.
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Cultural Notes for 痞
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In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen is considered essential for digestion and overall health, making terms like 痞 relevant in discussions about wellness and diet in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 痞
Words Containing This Character5
痞子ruffian
痞pǐconstipation
地痞bully
痞子蔡Rowdy Cai (1969-), Taiwanese Internet writer
兵痞army riffraff
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Frequently Asked Questions about 痞
Common symptoms include a feeling of fullness, discomfort in the stomach, and issues with digestion.
Primarily, yes, but it can appear in everyday conversations about health or diet.
Think of 'pǐ' as 'pee' with a slight twist in the belly, linking the sound to abdominal discomfort.
