HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
suspicious
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to emulate
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to imitate
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to plan to
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to draft (a plan)
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to assess
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to compare
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
pseudo-
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
拟
nǐ
to draft, to plan; to intend
HSK 7, v, 7 strokes, radical 扌, rank #17279, Very Hard
nǐ(ni3) T3
1doubtful
2suspicious
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March 24, 2026
拟(儗)nǐ(ni3)
The character 拟 (nǐ) primarily means 'to plan' or 'to draft' something, often used in contexts where one is preparing a proposal or a blueprint. It can also imply imitation or emulation, where something is being compared or assessed against another. The nuances can vary based on context, but it commonly conveys a sense of preparation or comparison.
Strokes7Radical扌Frequency#17279DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, drafting plans and proposals is a critical step before any project initiation, showcasing the importance of thorough preparation and consideration of details before execution.
Memory Tip
Think of 拟 (nǐ) as a person with a clipboard (the radical 扌 represents action) who is drafting plans and comparing them to others. Imagine this person saying 'knee' (nǐ) as they kneel to closely examine their drafts, emphasizing the careful attention to detail in their planning.
Meanings of 拟
nǐ(ni3)
1doubtful
2suspicious
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About 拟
拟Simplified
儗Traditional
7Strokes
扌Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#17279Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 拟
Quick Contrast
拟 (nǐ) vs 计划 (jìhuà) — use 拟 for drafting or proposing, while 计划 emphasizes formal planning.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 拟 with its variant 擬 (nǐ), which is less frequently used in modern Mandarin. This word is more formal, so be mindful of the context; it fits well in business or academic settings. Be cautious with the tone, as using the wrong tone can drastically change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
While 拟 (nǐ) is not included in the HSK word lists, it relates to other HSK terms like 计划 (jìhuà, plan) and 模拟 (mónǐ, simulate). Focus on practicing its use in drafting sentences and understanding its synonyms to enhance your vocabulary at this level.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 拟 with the similar-sounding 你 (nǐ), which means 'you'. An incorrect example would be saying, '我拟你来做这个' (Wǒ nǐ nǐ lái zuò zhège), which should be '我拟来做这个' (Wǒ nǐ lái zuò zhège) to mean 'I plan to do this'.
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Pronunciation of 拟
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Phonosemantic compound. 扌 represents the meaning and 以 represents the sound. Simplified form of 擬.
1The meaning half扌 carries the sense.
2The sound half以 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayhand
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 拟?
Decomposition of 拟
IDS Structure⿰扌以
拟Full Character
=
扌shou3
left
以yi3
right
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Which of these is a component of 拟?
How to say doubtful in Chinese
“doubtful” in Chinese is拟nǐ
The character 拟 (nǐ) primarily means 'to plan' or 'to draft' something, often used in contexts where one is preparing a proposal or a blueprint. It can also imply imitation or emulation, where something is being compared or assessed against another. The nuances can vary based on context, but it commonly conveys a sense of preparation or comparison.
When to use 拟
Common mistakes include confusing 拟 with its variant 擬 (nǐ), which is less frequently used in modern Mandarin. This word is more formal, so be mindful of the context; it fits well in business or academic settings. Be cautious with the tone, as using the wrong tone can drastically change the meaning.
拟 or something close to it
拟 (nǐ) vs 计划 (jìhuà) — use 拟 for drafting or proposing, while 计划 emphasizes formal planning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 拟 with the similar-sounding 你 (nǐ), which means 'you'. An incorrect example would be saying, '我拟你来做这个' (Wǒ nǐ nǐ lái zuò zhège), which should be '我拟来做这个' (Wǒ nǐ lái zuò zhège) to mean 'I plan to do this'.
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Grammar Patterns of 拟
拟 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 10 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.
