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屁 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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屁
pì
fart
n, 7 strokes, radical 尸, rank #1239, Medium
屁
pì
flatulence
n, 7 strokes, radical 尸, rank #1239, Medium
屁
pì
nonsense
n, 7 strokes, radical 尸, rank #1239, Medium
屁
pì
to break wind, to fart; the buttocks
n, 7 strokes, radical 尸, rank #1239, Medium
屁
pì
(usu. in the negative) what
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 尸, rank #1239, Medium
屁
pì
(not) a damn thing
unknown, 7 strokes, radical 尸, rank #1239, Medium
pì(pi4)pi T4
1fart
2flatulence
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March 24, 2026
屁pì(pi4)
The character 屁 (pì) primarily refers to a fart or flatulence, used in both a literal and humorous sense. It can also denote nonsense or something trivial, often used in negative constructions to dismiss something as insignificant or worthless.
Strokes7Radical尸Frequency#1239DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, humor often revolves around bodily functions, and discussing flatulence can break the ice among friends. The casual use of 屁 reflects a certain relaxed attitude towards such topics in informal settings.
Memory tip
Imagine a loud 'pee' sound echoing as someone lets out a fart, symbolizing the character's meaning. The character 屁 combines the radical for 'to stand' (立) with 'skin' (皮), suggesting the idea of something coming out from the body, like gas escaping.
Meanings of 屁
pì(pi4)
1fart
2flatulence
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About 屁
屁Simplified
7Strokes
尸Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1239Frequency Rank
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Usage Notes
In informal contexts, 屁 is often used humorously or colloquially among friends. Be cautious with tone; the third tone can sometimes sound like a neutral tone, which may lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 屁话 (pìhuà), meaning nonsense.
HSK Study Tips
While 屁 is not included in HSK vocabulary lists, it's a useful word for understanding colloquial speech. Students should focus on its informal usage and practice combining it with other terms like 屁话 to enhance conversational skills.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 屁 with similar sounding words. For example, using 屁 in a formal setting can come off as disrespectful, so it's important to reserve it for casual contexts. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it in the positive form, not realizing it typically conveys a negative connotation.
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屁 = 尸 + 比. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 屁
IDS Structure⿸尸比
屁Full character
=
尸shi1
enclosing
比Bi3
inner
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Parts
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How to say fart in Chinese
“fart” in Chinese is屁pì
The character 屁 (pì) primarily refers to a fart or flatulence, used in both a literal and humorous sense. It can also denote nonsense or something trivial, often used in negative constructions to dismiss something as insignificant or worthless.
When to use 屁
In informal contexts, 屁 is often used humorously or colloquially among friends. Be cautious with tone; the third tone can sometimes sound like a neutral tone, which may lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include 屁话 (pìhuà), meaning nonsense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 屁 with similar sounding words. For example, using 屁 in a formal setting can come off as disrespectful, so it's important to reserve it for casual contexts. Additionally, some may mistakenly use it in the positive form, not realizing it typically conveys a negative connotation.
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屁
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Grammar patterns of 屁
屁 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 6 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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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
你____股和大腿上的肿块怎么还不消下去？
Why won't those bulges on your hips and thighs go?
