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March 24, 2026
唄bei(bei5)
The character 唄 (bei) is a final particle used in Chinese to assert or emphasize a statement, similar to saying 'you know' or 'right?' in English. It can convey a sense of certainty or agreement in informal contexts, often used in spoken language among friends or family.
Strokes10Radical口Frequency#83705DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In casual conversations, using 唄 can help create a friendly and informal atmosphere, which is important in Chinese social interactions. It reflects the value placed on relationships and agreement in dialogue.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bell (the sound of 'bei') ringing to signal the end of a thought, asserting that what has been said is true. The character 唄 visually resembles a mouth (口) saying something definitive, plus a symbol (白) that can remind you of clarity or truth.
Meanings of 唄
bei(bei5)
1final particle of an assertion
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唄Simplified
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状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bell (the sound of 'bei') ringing to signal the end of a thought, asserting that what has been said is true. The character 唄 visually resembles a mouth (口) saying something definitive, plus a symbol (白) that can remind you of clarity or truth.
Usage Notes
唄 is predominantly used in informal situations and may not be suitable for formal writing. Learners often confuse it with other final particles like 吧 (ba) or 呢 (ne), which have different nuances; remember that 唄 adds a sense of affirmation.
HSK Study Tips
Although not included in HSK levels, understanding 唄 can enhance fluency in conversational Mandarin. It connects with other final particles, so students should focus on differentiating their meanings and contexts.
Cultural Note
In casual conversations, using 唄 can help create a friendly and informal atmosphere, which is important in Chinese social interactions. It reflects the value placed on relationships and agreement in dialogue.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 唄 in formal situations or confuse it with 吧. For example, saying '我想去唄' (I want to go 唄) is incorrect; it should be '我想去吧' (I want to go, right?).
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Cultural Notes for 唄
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In casual conversations, using 唄 can help create a friendly and informal atmosphere, which is important in Chinese social interactions. It reflects the value placed on relationships and agreement in dialogue.
Word Family of 唄
Words Containing This Character1
呗bàimodal particle indicating indicating lack of enthusiasm唄
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Frequently Asked Questions about 唄
Use 唄 at the end of a statement to emphasize your assertion, especially in casual conversation.
No, 唄 is informal and should be avoided in formal contexts.
唄 asserts certainty, while 吧 is more suggestive or seeks agreement.
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