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簸 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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簸
bǒ
to winnow
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bǒ
dust pan
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bǒ
toss (as waves)
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bǒ
dustpan; to winnow, to toss
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bò
to winnow
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bò
dust pan
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bò
toss (as waves)
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
簸
bò
dustpan; to winnow, to toss
n, 19 strokes, radical ⺮, Hard
bǒ(bo3)bo
primary
T3
1to winnow
2dust pan
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March 24, 2026
簸bǒ(bo3)
The character 簸 (bǒ) primarily means 'to winnow,' which refers to the process of separating grain from chaff using a fan or basket. It can also denote a 'dustpan,' a tool used for collecting dust and debris. This word is often used in agricultural contexts or when discussing cleaning tools.
Strokes19Radical⺮Frequency#3370DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In traditional Chinese farming, winnowing is a crucial step in harvesting grain, reflecting the importance of agriculture in Chinese culture and history. The use of simple tools like a 簸箕 (bǒjī - winnowing basket) is still common in rural areas.
Memory tip
Imagine a farmer using a dustpan to toss away chaff while winnowing grain, and notice how the shape of the character 簸 resembles a fan being used to toss the grain. The pronunciation 'bǒ' can be remembered by picturing a big wave (the '波' radical) tossing the grain in the air.
Meanings of 簸
bǒ(bo3)
primary
1to winnow
2dust pan
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 簸
簸Simplified
19Strokes
⺮Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 簸 with similar-sounding words. It is generally used in informal contexts related to farming or cleaning. Be careful with the tone; the third tone can change the meaning significantly if mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
Although 簸 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to agricultural terms often encountered in HSK Level 3 and beyond. Focus on how it relates to actions of separating and cleaning, which can enhance your understanding of similar verbs.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 簸 to mean 'to throw' in a general sense, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我想簸球' (wǒ xiǎng bǒ qiú - I want to toss the ball) should be corrected to '我想扔球' (wǒ xiǎng rēng qiú).
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簸 = ⺮ + 皮. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 簸
IDS Structure⿱⺮⿰其皮
簸Full character
=
⺮zhu2
top
其qi2
left
皮Pi2
right
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Parts
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How to say to winnow in Chinese
“to winnow” in Chinese is簸bǒ
The character 簸 (bǒ) primarily means 'to winnow,' which refers to the process of separating grain from chaff using a fan or basket. It can also denote a 'dustpan,' a tool used for collecting dust and debris. This word is often used in agricultural contexts or when discussing cleaning tools.
When to use 簸
Learners often confuse 簸 with similar-sounding words. It is generally used in informal contexts related to farming or cleaning. Be careful with the tone; the third tone can change the meaning significantly if mispronounced.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 簸 to mean 'to throw' in a general sense, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我想簸球' (wǒ xiǎng bǒ qiú - I want to toss the ball) should be corrected to '我想扔球' (wǒ xiǎng rēng qiú).
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簸
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Grammar patterns of 簸
簸 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 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.
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那辆长途汽车危险地颠____摇晃。
The coach rocked dangerously.
Example sentences for 簸 (8)
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1
那辆长途汽车危险地颠簸摇晃。
nà liàng chángtú qìchē wēixiǎn dì diānbǒ yáohuàng。
The coach rocked dangerously.
2
我们担心稍微颠簸一下就可能会使她的伤势恶化。
wǒmen dānxīn shāowēi diānbǒ yíxià jiù kěnéng huì shǐ tā de shāngshì èhuà。
We were worried that one tiny jolt could worsen her injuries.
3
卡车嘎吱嘎吱地在凹凸不平的地面上颠簸而行。
kǎchē gā zhī gā zhī dì zài āotū bùpíng de dìmiàn shàng diānbǒ ér xíng。
The truck jolted and rattled over the rough ground.
4
这辆旧卡车在蜿蜒的公路上缓慢地颠簸前行。
zhè liàng jiù kǎchē zài wān yán de gōnglù shàng huǎnmàn dì diānbǒ qián xíng。
The old truck stuttered along the winding road.
5
那批易碎的瓷器经过颠簸的旅途仍完好无损.
nà pī yì suì de cíqì jīngguò diānbǒ de lǚtú réng wánhǎo wú sǔn.
The fragile china survived the bumpy journey safe and sound.
6
这小舱房的甲板剧烈地颠簸了一下.
zhè xiǎo cāng fáng de jiǎ bǎn jùliè dì diānbǒ le yíxià.
The deck of the small cabin sharply pitched and bumped.
