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March 24, 2026
濒(瀕)bīn(bin1)
The character 濒 (bīn) means 'to approach' or 'to border on.' It is often used in contexts relating to being near a certain condition or state, such as 'on the verge of' something. This character is typically used in more formal or literary contexts, often describing proximity to a situation or a location.
Strokes16Radical氵Frequency#95800DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of being near or on the verge of something is often reflected in poetry and literature, where the imagery of water and nature conveys deeper meanings about life and transitions. 濒 is sometimes used in environmental contexts, such as discussing endangered species nearing extinction.
Memory Tip
Imagine standing at the edge of a cliff, looking down at the water below, which is 'approaching' the shore. The radical 氵 (water) in 濒 suggests this connection to water, enhancing the idea of being near something fluid or dynamic. The pronunciation 'bīn' can remind you of 'being near' something important.
Meanings of 濒
bīn(bin1)
1to approach
2to border on
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About 濒
濒Simplified
瀕Traditional
16Strokes
氵Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#65535Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 濒
Quick Contrast
临 (lín): use 临 when referring to being close to a time or event; 濒 is more about approaching a condition or state.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine standing at the edge of a cliff, looking down at the water below, which is 'approaching' the shore. The radical 氵 (water) in 濒 suggests this connection to water, enhancing the idea of being near something fluid or dynamic. The pronunciation 'bīn' can remind you of 'being near' something important.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 濒 with similar characters like 边 (biān), which means 'side' or 'edge.' It is essential to use 濒 in specific contexts that involve approaches or nearing situations. Be cautious of using it in informal conversations, as it is more suited for written language or formal speech.
HSK Study Tips
Although 濒 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to higher-level words related to proximity and conditions, such as 靠近 (kàojìn, to approach) and 临近 (línjìn, to be close to). Focus on understanding its nuanced usage in literature and formal writings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of being near or on the verge of something is often reflected in poetry and literature, where the imagery of water and nature conveys deeper meanings about life and transitions. 濒 is sometimes used in environmental contexts, such as discussing endangered species nearing extinction.
Common Mistakes
Learners may mistakenly use 濒 in contexts where 边 would be more suitable, such as saying '我在濒边' (wǒ zài bīn biān, I am at the edge) instead of '我在边上' (wǒ zài biān shàng, I am at the side). Make sure to use 濒 when indicating an approach or nearness to a condition.
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Grammar Patterns of 濒
濒 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 4 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.
tā yī zhōu zhī nèi cóng zhè jiā bīn lín pò chǎn de qǐ yè lǐ chōu zǒu le shù qiān yīng bàng de zī jīn。
He had siphoned thousands of pounds a week from the failing business.
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战后，哈迪家族濒于破产。
zhàn hòu， ， hā dí jiā zú bīn yú pò。
After the war, The House of Hardie came near to bankruptcy.
Cultural Notes for 濒
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of being near or on the verge of something is often reflected in poetry and literature, where the imagery of water and nature conveys deeper meanings about life and transitions. 濒 is sometimes used in environmental contexts, such as discussing endangered species nearing extinction.
Word Family of 濒
Words Containing This Character6
濒临bīnlínon the edge of瀕臨
濒危endangered (species)瀕危
濒死nearing death瀕死
濒bīnnear瀕
濒于near to瀕於
濒近on the brink瀕近
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Frequently Asked Questions about 濒
While 边 refers to the side or edge of something, 濒 specifically indicates being on the verge of a condition or near a situation.
It's more appropriate in formal or literary contexts, so using it in casual conversation might sound awkward.
You might encounter phrases like 濒临危险 (bīnlín wēixiǎn, on the verge of danger) or 濒临绝种 (bīnlín juézhǒng, bordering on extinction).
