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Be mindful not to confuse 跋 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. It is generally used in formal contexts, especially in literature. Common collocations include '跋文' (postscript) and '跋涉' (to trek), so familiarize yourself with these phrases.
Although 跋 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enrich your reading of classical texts. Focus on recognizing it in literary works and connecting it with other characters related to movement or travel, like 行 (xíng) and 走 (zǒu).
Learners often mistakenly use 跋 in casual conversation, where simpler terms like 走 would be more appropriate. For example, saying '我今天要跋去商店' (I want to trek to the store) instead of '我今天要走去商店' (I want to walk to the store) is incorrect.
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Etymology of 跋
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Decomposition of 跋
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How to say to walk, to travel; epilogue, colophon in Chinese
“to walk, to travel; epilogue, colophon” in Chinese is跋
The character 跋 (bá) primarily refers to the act of walking or traveling, particularly in challenging terrains like mountains. It is also used in literary contexts to denote an epilogue, colophon, or postscript, often found at the end of a book or document to provide additional information or commentary.
When to use 跋
Be mindful not to confuse 跋 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. It is generally used in formal contexts, especially in literature. Common collocations include '跋文' (postscript) and '跋涉' (to trek), so familiarize yourself with these phrases.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 跋 in casual conversation, where simpler terms like 走 would be more appropriate. For example, saying '我今天要跋去商店' (I want to trek to the store) instead of '我今天要走去商店' (I want to walk to the store) is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 跋
跋 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 3 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.
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这趟上山是一次艰难的____涉.
It was a hard trudge up the hill.
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Word Family of 跋
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Frequently Asked Questions about 跋
While both relate to movement, 跋 emphasizes the idea of trekking or walking in difficult conditions, while 走 is more general, meaning 'to walk' or 'to leave'.
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