Meanings of 帖
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AI Study Notes for 帖
Imagine a snugly fitting blanket that you can 'tie' around yourself. The character 帖 looks like a person with arms outstretched (the horizontal line) trying to fit into a cozy space (the surrounding strokes). This helps you remember that 'tiē' relates to fitting things together.
Common mistakes include confusing 帖 with its homophone 贴 (tiē), which also means to paste or stick but does not carry the same meanings related to invitations. This character is more formal and is often used in written contexts, such as invitations or official notices.
Although 帖 is not included in the HSK levels, it can be connected to other characters related to invitations (e.g., 邀请) and notices (e.g., 通知). Students should focus on understanding its various meanings and contexts to use it appropriately in conversation and writing.
In Chinese culture, invitations and notices often carry significant weight, and the term 帖 is frequently used in formal settings, such as weddings or important events, where a well-crafted invitation is a sign of respect.
Learners often confuse 帖 with 贴, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我给你一个帖' (I give you a paste) instead of '我给你一个邀请帖' (I give you an invitation card) can lead to miscommunication.
Pronunciation of 帖
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Etymology of 帖
Writing on a cloth 巾
Character Formation Type
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Decomposition of 帖
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Grammar Patterns of 帖
帖 functions as a measure word. Place it between a number/demonstrative and the noun it counts (一本书, 这个人). Different categories of nouns require different measure words. It carries 12 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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这当然是绝对的忠诚，有人也许会称之为俯首____耳，唯命是从。
Total devotion it certainly was, slavish devotion some would say.
Example Sentences for 帖 (4)
Cultural Notes for 帖
In Chinese culture, invitations and notices often carry significant weight, and the term 帖 is frequently used in formal settings, such as weddings or important events, where a well-crafted invitation is a sign of respect.
Word Family of 帖
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 帖
While both characters are pronounced 'tiē' and can mean to paste, 帖 emphasizes suitability and is often used for invitations, whereas 贴 is more general for sticking items together.