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March 24, 2026
缤(繽)bīn(bin1)
The character 缤 (bīn) refers to a state of abundance, diversity, or a mixture of various elements, often in a chaotic or colorful manner. It is used to describe things that are vibrant and varied, such as a garden filled with a multitude of flowers or a scene bustling with activity.
Strokes13Radical纟Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of diversity and abundance is often celebrated in festivals where colorful decorations and a variety of foods are showcased, such as during the Lunar New Year, symbolizing prosperity and joy.
Memory Tip
Imagine a colorful 'bin' overflowing with a chaotic mix of different colored candies, representing diversity and abundance. The '缤' character resembles a bin with items spilling out, symbolizing a variety of things in disarray.
Meanings of 缤
bīn(bin1)
1abundant, diverse, variegated
2helter-skelter
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About 缤
缤Simplified
繽Traditional
13Strokes
纟Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 缤
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纷 (fēn) — use 缤 (bīn) when emphasizing abundance or variety, while 纷 (fēn) focuses more on the idea of things being mixed or chaotic.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a colorful 'bin' overflowing with a chaotic mix of different colored candies, representing diversity and abundance. The '缤' character resembles a bin with items spilling out, symbolizing a variety of things in disarray.
Usage Notes
缤 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often in literary descriptions or when discussing vibrant scenes. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; its tone is the first tone, which is high and level.
HSK Study Tips
Although 缤 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, it relates to themes of diversity and variety, which are present in HSK vocabulary at different levels. Students should focus on its use in descriptive language as they expand their vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of diversity and abundance is often celebrated in festivals where colorful decorations and a variety of foods are showcased, such as during the Lunar New Year, symbolizing prosperity and joy.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 缤 by using a different tone, such as the second or fourth tone. The correct pronunciation is 'bīn', with a high level tone. Another mistake is using it inappropriately with singular nouns, as it refers to plurality or abundance.
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Grammar Patterns of 缤
缤 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.
Exercise 1 of 3
Complete the Sentence
我想让门前的花园变得五彩____纷。
I wanted the front garden to be a blaze of colour.
Example Sentences for 缤 (3)
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1
我想让门前的花园变得五彩缤纷。
wǒ xiǎng ràng mén qián de huā yuán biàn dé wǔ cǎi bīn fēn。
I wanted the front garden to be a blaze of colour.
2
灌木树篱和草地中开满了五彩缤纷的野花。
guàn mù shù lí hé cǎo dì zhōng kāi mǎn le wǔ cǎi bīn fēn de yě huā。
Hedgerows and meadows are thick with a tapestry of wild flowers.
3
选择这块五彩缤纷的碎呢小毯是为了给这灰色的地毯添些生气。
xuǎn zé zhè kuài wǔ cǎi bīn fēn de suì ne xiǎo tǎn shì wéi le gěi zhè huī sè de dì tǎn tiān xiē shēng qì。
The multicoloured rag rug was chosen to liven up the grey carpet.
Cultural Notes for 缤
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of diversity and abundance is often celebrated in festivals where colorful decorations and a variety of foods are showcased, such as during the Lunar New Year, symbolizing prosperity and joy.
Word Family of 缤
Words Containing This Character5
缤纷bīnfēnvast and various繽紛
五彩缤纷all the colors in profusion (idiom); a garish display五彩繽紛
缤bīnhelter-skelter繽
色彩缤纷all the colors in profusion (idiom); a garish display色彩繽紛
五色缤纷all the colors in profusion (idiom); a garish display五色繽紛
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Compound Meaning
What does 缤纷 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 缤
You might encounter phrases like '缤纷的花园' (a colorful garden) or '缤纷的世界' (a diverse world) that highlight its meaning.
缤 is pronounced with a high and level tone, as in the first tone. Make sure to emphasize the clarity of the 'b' sound.
