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贰 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
贰èrtwo (bankers' anti-fraud numeral)m, 9 strokes, radical 弋, rank #96150, Very Hard
贰èrtwo (banker's anti-fraud numeral)unknown, 9 strokes, radical 弋, rank #96150, Very Hard
贰èrto betrayunknown, 9 strokes, radical 弋, rank #96150, Very Hard
èr(er4) T4
  1. 1two (bankers' anti-fraud numeral)
  2. 2two (banker's anti-fraud numeral)
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March 24, 2026

贰(貳)èr(er4)

The character '贰' (èr) is primarily used to represent the number two in formal contexts, particularly in banking and finance, where it serves as an anti-fraud numeral. This usage helps prevent alterations of written amounts and ensures clarity in financial documentation. Additionally, it can also mean 'to betray' in specific contexts.

Strokes9Radical弋Frequency#96150DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, precision in financial matters is crucial, and the use of '贰' reflects the importance of security and clarity in transactions. This character is often seen in contracts, checks, and official documents to uphold integrity in financial dealings.

Memory Tip

Imagine a pair of (two) shiny banknotes in a vault, guarding against fraud. The character '贰' has the radical for 'money' (贞) at the beginning, representing its financial context, and the pronunciation 'èr' sounds like 'air', which you can think of as the breath of life in finance—keeping it secure and clear.

Meanings of 贰

èr(er4)
1two (bankers' anti-fraud numeral)
2two (banker's anti-fraud numeral)
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About 贰

贰Simplified
貳Traditional
9Strokes
弋Radical
数词shùcínumeral (num.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

'贰' is used in formal contexts, especially in written financial documents, and is less common in everyday conversation. A common mistake is confusing it with '二' (èr), which is used in everyday counting. Remember to use '贰' in formal settings to avoid sounding informal.

HSK Study Tips

While '贰' is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it connects with numbers as students advance in their understanding of Mandarin. Focus on recognizing its formal use in financial contexts and its distinction from '二' (èr) at HSK Level 1 and beyond.

Common Mistakes

Learners often use '贰' interchangeably with '二' in casual conversations, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我有贰个苹果' (wǒ yǒu èr gè píngguǒ) instead of '我有二个苹果' (wǒ yǒu èr gè píngguǒ) sounds overly formal and incorrect in casual contexts.

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Etymology of 贰

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

A banker's 贝 two 二 with accents to prevent forgery

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Case file: 贰

  1. 1The giveawayA banker's 贝 two 二 with accents to prevent forgery
  2. 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.

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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 贰

IDS Structure⿹弋⿱二贝
贰Full Character
=
弋yi4
enclosing
二er4
top
贝Bei4
bottom
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How to say two (bankers' anti-fraud numeral) in Chinese

“two (bankers' anti-fraud numeral)” in Chinese is贰èr

The character '贰' (èr) is primarily used to represent the number two in formal contexts, particularly in banking and finance, where it serves as an anti-fraud numeral. This usage helps prevent alterations of written amounts and ensures clarity in financial documentation. Additionally, it can also mean 'to betray' in specific contexts.

When to use 贰

'贰' is used in formal contexts, especially in written financial documents, and is less common in everyday conversation. A common mistake is confusing it with '二' (èr), which is used in everyday counting. Remember to use '贰' in formal settings to avoid sounding informal.

What learners get wrong

Learners often use '贰' interchangeably with '二' in casual conversations, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我有贰个苹果' (wǒ yǒu èr gè píngguǒ) instead of '我有二个苹果' (wǒ yǒu èr gè píngguǒ) sounds overly formal and incorrect in casual contexts.

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Word Family of 贰

Words Containing This Character3
贰èrto betray貳
贰心disloyalty貳心
贰臣turncoat official貳臣
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Compound Meaning

What does 贰 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 贰

'贰' is used in formal financial contexts, while '二' is used for everyday counting.

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