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贔bìstrongzg, 21 strokes, radical 貝
bì(bi4)bi T4
  1. 1strong
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March 24, 2026

贔bì(bi4)

The character 贔 (bì) signifies strength and robustness, often used to describe someone or something that is powerful or impressive. It is not a commonly used character in everyday conversation but may appear in literary or formal contexts to evoke a sense of majesty or might.

Strokes21Radical貝
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, strength is often celebrated in literature and folklore, with characters embodying heroic traits. The use of 贔 might evoke imagery of legendary animals or figures known for their power, reflecting the cultural admiration for strength and resilience.

Memory tip

Imagine a mighty beast (the '贔') standing tall, representing strength. The left side, '衣' (clothing), suggests it wears its power like armor, while the right, '必', emphasizes the certainty of its strength. Visualize this creature defending its territory to remember both its form and meaning.

Meanings of 贔

bì(bi4)
1strong
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About 贔

贔Simplified
21Strokes
貝Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

贔 is quite formal and rarely used in daily conversation, which may lead to misunderstandings if used in casual contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with similar characters like '比' (bǐ), which means comparison, and ensure you use it in appropriate contexts that highlight strength.

HSK Study Tips

Although 贔 is not part of the HSK curriculum, it can enrich your vocabulary around themes of strength. Focus on other characters that convey similar meanings, such as 强 (qiáng) for strong, to build a more complete understanding of strength-related vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 贔 with characters that have similar sounds, such as 必 (bì), which means 'must'. For example, saying '我贔去' (Wǒ bì qù) instead of '我必须去' (Wǒ bìxū qù) can lead to confusion; the correct usage of 贔 should relate specifically to strength.

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Etymology of 贔

Decomposition of 贔

IDS Structure⿱貝⿰貝貝
贔Full character
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貝bei4
top
貝bei4
left
貝bei4
right
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How to say strong in Chinese

“strong” in Chinese is贔bì

The character 贔 (bì) signifies strength and robustness, often used to describe someone or something that is powerful or impressive. It is not a commonly used character in everyday conversation but may appear in literary or formal contexts to evoke a sense of majesty or might.

When to use 贔

贔 is quite formal and rarely used in daily conversation, which may lead to misunderstandings if used in casual contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with similar characters like '比' (bǐ), which means comparison, and ensure you use it in appropriate contexts that highlight strength.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 贔 with characters that have similar sounds, such as 必 (bì), which means 'must'. For example, saying '我贔去' (Wǒ bì qù) instead of '我必须去' (Wǒ bìxū qù) can lead to confusion; the correct usage of 贔 should relate specifically to strength.

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Word Family of 贔

Words containing this character1
赑bìBixi, one of the nine sons of a dragon with the form of a tortoise, also known as 龜趺|龟趺[guī​fū]贔
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Characters with 贔

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Frequently Asked Questions about 贔

No, 贔 is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more likely to be found in literary or formal texts.

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