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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
啚bǐmean, lowx, 11 strokes, radical 口
bǐ(bi3)bi T3
  1. 1mean, low
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March 24, 2026

啚bǐ(bi3)

The character 啚 (bǐ) generally conveys a sense of being mean or low in a moral or ethical context. It can describe someone's character or behavior as lowly or contemptible, often used in literature or discussions about morality.

Strokes11Radical口
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of moral character is significant, and terms like 啚 reflect a societal emphasis on ethics and virtue. The use of such characters in literature often serves to critique or highlight moral failures.

Memory tip

Imagine a person with a low demeanor, their head bowed in shame, making them hard to notice. The character 啚 has a 'mouth' (口) which could symbolize speaking ill or mean things, while the 'b' sound in bǐ can remind you of 'bad' behavior.

Meanings of 啚

bǐ(bi3)
1mean, low
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About 啚

啚Simplified
11Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and may appear more in literary or formal contexts. Be mindful of the tone; using it in informal discussions could come off as overly harsh or judgmental.

HSK Study Tips

Though 啚 is not part of the official HSK curriculum, understanding this character can enhance your vocabulary related to moral discussions. Focus on the context in which it appears, as this will deepen your comprehension of nuances in moral judgments.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 啚 with similar characters like 低 (dī) which also means 'low' but does not carry the same moral connotation. Remember to use 啚 when specifically discussing moral lowliness, not just physical height.

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Etymology of 啚

Decomposition of 啚

IDS Structure⿱口㐭
啚Full character
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口kou3
top
㐭lin3
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How to say mean, low in Chinese

“mean, low” in Chinese is啚bǐ

The character 啚 (bǐ) generally conveys a sense of being mean or low in a moral or ethical context. It can describe someone's character or behavior as lowly or contemptible, often used in literature or discussions about morality.

When to use 啚

This character is rarely used in everyday conversation and may appear more in literary or formal contexts. Be mindful of the tone; using it in informal discussions could come off as overly harsh or judgmental.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 啚 with similar characters like 低 (dī) which also means 'low' but does not carry the same moral connotation. Remember to use 啚 when specifically discussing moral lowliness, not just physical height.

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No, 啚 is more commonly found in literary or formal contexts rather than in everyday speech.

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