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March 24, 2026
吡bǐ(bi3)
The character 吡 (bǐ) primarily means 'to blame' or 'to scold.' It is often used in contexts involving criticism or reprimand. Additionally, it serves as a phonetic component in other characters, which can add complexity to its usage.
Strokes7Radical口Frequency#21005DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of blaming is often seen in family and social interactions, where elders may scold younger members. This reflects the importance of respect and hierarchy in relationships.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person pointing their finger at someone while saying 'bi, bi' in a blaming tone, representing the character 吡. The '口' radical (mouth) suggests speaking or scolding, emphasizing the act of blaming.
Meanings of 吡
bǐ(bi3)
1to blame
2used as phonetic bi- or pi-
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About 吡
吡Simplified
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口Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person pointing their finger at someone while saying 'bi, bi' in a blaming tone, representing the character 吡. The '口' radical (mouth) suggests speaking or scolding, emphasizing the act of blaming.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 吡 with similar-sounding words that have different meanings. It's mostly used in informal contexts. Common collocations include 吡责 (bǐ zé), meaning to scold or blame someone.
HSK Study Tips
Although 吡 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary, it can be relevant for learners at higher levels who are expanding their understanding of characters with dual meanings. Focus on its phonetic role and how it appears in more complex characters.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of blaming is often seen in family and social interactions, where elders may scold younger members. This reflects the importance of respect and hierarchy in relationships.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 吡, confusing it with similar characters. For example, saying 'pǐ' instead of 'bǐ' changes the meaning entirely, so practice the tones carefully.
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Cultural Notes for 吡
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the act of blaming is often seen in family and social interactions, where elders may scold younger members. This reflects the importance of respect and hierarchy in relationships.
Word Family of 吡
Words Containing This Character4
吡bǐused as phonetic bi- or pi-
吡啶pyridine C5H5N (loanword)
吡咯pyrrole (C4H5N) (loanword)
吡唑pyrazole (chemistry) (loanword)
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Compound Meaning
What does 吡 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 吡
The tone of 吡 is the third tone (bǐ), which is pronounced with a falling-rising intonation.
It is generally used in informal contexts and is rarely found in formal writing.
Yes, 吡 can appear in other characters, often contributing to their pronunciation.
