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蓓 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
bèiflower budn, 13 strokes, radical 艹, rank #42088, Very Hard
bèi(flower) budunknown, 13 strokes, radical 艹, rank #42088, Very Hard
bèi(bei4) T4
  1. 1flower bud
  2. 2(flower) bud
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March 24, 2026
bèi(bei4)

The character 蓓 (bèi) refers to a flower bud, which is the early stage of a flower before it blooms. It is often used in botanical contexts and can also symbolize potential and beauty waiting to unfold.

Strokes13RadicalFrequency#42088DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the blooming of flowers, including buds like 蓓, symbolizes new beginnings and is often associated with festivals and celebrations, such as the Spring Festival when nature rejuvenates.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'budding' flower that is about to bloom, representing new beginnings. The character 蓓 has the radical for 'plant' (艹) at the top, which indicates its botanical nature, and the bottom part resembles a 'bud' forming, reinforcing its meaning.

Meanings of 蓓

bèi(bei4)
1flower bud
2(flower) bud
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About 蓓

Simplified
13Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 蓓

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a 'budding' flower that is about to bloom, representing new beginnings. The character 蓓 has the radical for 'plant' (艹) at the top, which indicates its botanical nature, and the bottom part resembles a 'bud' forming, reinforcing its meaning.

Usage Notes

When using 蓓, be careful not to confuse it with similar characters like 花 (huā) which means 'flower.' It is more commonly used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Ensure to use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other characters.

HSK Study Tips

Although 蓓 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it can be related to other plant-related words at the same level, such as 花 (huā) and 果 (guǒ). Focus on recognizing its structure and usage in literary texts to enhance your vocabulary.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the blooming of flowers, including buds like 蓓, symbolizes new beginnings and is often associated with festivals and celebrations, such as the Spring Festival when nature rejuvenates.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 蓓 with 花 (huā), mistakenly using it as a general term for flowers. Remember that 蓓 specifically refers to a bud, whereas 花 is for a fully bloomed flower.

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Pronunciation of 蓓

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Etymology of 蓓

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

plant

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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 蓓?

Decomposition of 蓓

IDS Structure⿱艹倍
Full Character
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cao3
top
bei4
bottom
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 蓓?

Write 蓓

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Grammar Patterns of 蓓

蓓 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 3

Complete the Sentence

美____亚集团最后将其在两家公司的控股权都出售了。

Minebea ended up selling its controlling interest in both firms.

Example Sentences for 蓓 (3)

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美蓓亚集团最后将其在两家公司的控股权都出售了。

měi bèi yà jí tuán zuì hòu jiāng qí zài liǎng jiā gōng sī de kòng gǔ quán dū chū shòu le。

Minebea ended up selling its controlling interest in both firms.
2
山茱萸的蓓蕾, 淡绿清雅,点缀着褐色斑痕.

shān zhū yú de bèi lěi, , dàn lǜ qīng, yǎ , diǎn zhuì zháo hè sè.

The dogwood bud, pale green is inlaid with russet markings.
3
蓓拉虽然个子矮一些, 却要标致,结实很多.

bèi lā suī rán gè zǐ ǎi yī xiē, , què yào biāo, zhì , jié shí.

Bella , though shorter, was far more graceful and vigorously formed.

Cultural Notes for 蓓

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the blooming of flowers, including buds like 蓓, symbolizes new beginnings and is often associated with festivals and celebrations, such as the Spring Festival when nature rejuvenates.

Word Family of 蓓

Words Containing This Character2
bèi(flower) bud
蓓蕾flower bud
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Compound Meaning

What does 蓓 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 蓓

It is pronounced as 'bèi,' with a falling tone.