Meanings of 滗
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AI Study Notes for 滗
滤 (lǜ) vs 滗 (bì): Use 滗 when specifically referring to draining off excess liquid, while 滤 is used for filtering, especially to separate solids from liquids.
Learners often confuse 滗 (bì) with similar verbs like 倒 (dào), which means to pour without the connotation of separating solids from liquids. This term is more formal and specific, so it’s best used in culinary contexts. Be mindful of tone; the character is pronounced with a fourth tone.
Although 滗 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for learners at higher levels who wish to expand their vocabulary related to cooking and food preparation. Focus on understanding its nuances compared to similar verbs like 倒 (dào) and 漏 (lòu).
Learners might mistakenly use 滗 when they mean to simply pour something out, as in using 倒 (dào) instead. For example, saying '我滗水' (wǒ bì shuǐ) instead of '我倒水' (wǒ dào shuǐ) would be incorrect unless straining is involved.
Pronunciation of 滗
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Etymology of 滗
water
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- 1The meaning half氵 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half笔 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaywater
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to drain in Chinese
“to drain” in Chinese is滗
The character 滗 (bì) refers to the action of draining a liquid, often used in contexts where one might need to separate a liquid from solid particles or to pour off excess liquid. It is commonly used in cooking and beverage preparation, particularly when straining or decanting liquids from one container to another.
When to use 滗
Learners often confuse 滗 (bì) with similar verbs like 倒 (dào), which means to pour without the connotation of separating solids from liquids. This term is more formal and specific, so it’s best used in culinary contexts. Be mindful of tone; the character is pronounced with a fourth tone.
滗 or something close to it
滤 (lǜ) vs 滗 (bì): Use 滗 when specifically referring to draining off excess liquid, while 滤 is used for filtering, especially to separate solids from liquids.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly use 滗 when they mean to simply pour something out, as in using 倒 (dào) instead. For example, saying '我滗水' (wǒ bì shuǐ) instead of '我倒水' (wǒ dào shuǐ) would be incorrect unless straining is involved.
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Grammar Patterns of 滗
滗 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 3 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.
Complete the Sentence
别把壶里的茶____干了.
Don't drain the teapot dry.
Example Sentences for 滗 (2)
Reorder the Sentence
Don't drain the teapot dry.
Word Family of 滗
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Frequently Asked Questions about 滗
While it is most commonly used in culinary situations, it can also apply in other contexts where liquid needs to be separated from solids.
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