HSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #7654, Hard
绷
bēng
to tie
HSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #7654, Hard
绷
běng
to bind, to strap, to draw firm
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #7654, Hard
绷
běng
to have a taut face
HSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #7654, Hard
绷
běng
to tie
HSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #7654, Hard
bēng(beng1)
primary
T1
1to bind, to strap, to draw firm
2to have a taut face
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March 24, 2026
绷(綳)bēng(beng1)
The character 绷 (bēng) primarily means to bind or strap something tightly, conveying the idea of firmness or tension. It can also describe a taut face, often used in contexts where someone is trying to appear serious or stern. This character is commonly found in both physical and metaphorical contexts, such as binding objects or expressing emotional states.
Strokes11Radical纟Frequency#7654DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, having a '绷' face can indicate seriousness or a lack of joy, contrasting with the cultural value placed on harmony and smiling in social interactions. This reflects a nuanced approach to emotional expression.
Memory Tip
Imagine a tightrope walker (representing '绷') who has to keep a firm grip on the rope to avoid falling. The character's radical '糸' (mì), which relates to thread or string, helps you remember the binding aspect, while the '崩' (bēng) component can remind you of something breaking if not held tight.
Meanings of 绷
bēng(beng1)
primary
1to bind, to strap, to draw firm
2to have a taut face
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About 绷
绷Simplified
綳Traditional
11Strokes
纟Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 绷
Quick Contrast
紧 (jǐn) — use 绷 (bēng) when emphasizing tension or firmness in a binding context, while 紧 (jǐn) focuses more on tightness without the connotation of binding.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a tightrope walker (representing '绷') who has to keep a firm grip on the rope to avoid falling. The character's radical '糸' (mì), which relates to thread or string, helps you remember the binding aspect, while the '崩' (bēng) component can remind you of something breaking if not held tight.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone, as the pronunciation can change the meaning. Common collocations include '绷紧' (bēng jǐn) meaning to tighten or '面绷' (miàn bēng) referring to a tight face. It's often used in informal contexts to describe emotions or physical states.
HSK Study Tips
While this character is not specifically part of any HSK level, it connects with other words about emotions and physical states. Students should focus on its use in describing tension or seriousness, which can help build vocabulary around feelings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, having a '绷' face can indicate seriousness or a lack of joy, contrasting with the cultural value placed on harmony and smiling in social interactions. This reflects a nuanced approach to emotional expression.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 绷 with its variant forms, such as 繃, leading to incorrect meanings. For example, saying '我会绷东西' (wǒ huì bēng dōngxī) instead of '我会绑东西' (wǒ huì bǎng dōngxī) which means 'I will bind things.'
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Grammar Patterns of 绷
绷 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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你要是觉得两眼周围紧____，就放松一下肌肉。
If you feel a tenseness around the eyes, relax your muscles.
Example Sentences for 绷 (10)
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1
你要是觉得两眼周围紧绷，就放松一下肌肉。
nǐ yào shì jué dé liǎng yǎn zhōu wéi jǐn bēng， ， jiù fàng sōng yī xià jī。
If you feel a tenseness around the eyes, relax your muscles.
2
雪花如刀割般刮在他的脸上，他绷紧了双肩。
xuě huā rú dāo gē bān guā zài tā de liǎn shàng， ， tā bēng jǐn le shuāng。
He braced his shoulders as the snow slashed across his face.
3
这时候，我的心里像有个东西突然绷断了——我再也忍受不了啦。
zhè shí hòu， ， wǒ de xīn lǐ xiàng yǒu gè dōng xī tū rán bēng duàn—— le —— wǒ zài yě rěn shòu bù。
Then something seemed to snap in me. I couldn't endure any more.
4
他的头上缠满了一层层用床单撕成的绷带。
tā de tóu shàng chán mǎn le yī céng céng yòng chuáng dān sī chéng de bēng dài。
His head was swathed in bandages made from a torn sheet.
zhì fú shàng zhuāng zhōng jiān de niǔ kòu zài tā de dù zǐ shàng bēng dé jǐn jǐn de。
The middle button of his uniform jacket was strained over his belly.
7
我们在他的膝盖上涂了些药膏并打上了绷带。
wǒ mén zài tā de xī gài shàng tú le xiē yào gāo bìng dǎ shàng le bēng dài。
We put some ointment and a bandage on his knee.
8
系船的绳子突然绷断了。
xì chuán de shéng zǐ tū rán bēng duàn le。
The rope holding the boat suddenly tightened and broke.
9
缆绳绷紧了，他被慢慢地吊离了甲板。
lǎn shéng bēng jǐn le， ， tā bèi màn màn dì diào lí le jiǎ。
The cables tightened and he was lifted gradually from the deck.
10
我的胳膊很累，背部肌肉紧绷得难受。
wǒ de gē bó hěn léi， ， bèi bù jī ròu jǐn bēng dé nán。
My arms are tired, and my back is tense.
Cultural Notes for 绷
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, having a '绷' face can indicate seriousness or a lack of joy, contrasting with the cultural value placed on harmony and smiling in social interactions. This reflects a nuanced approach to emotional expression.
Word Family of 绷
Words Containing This Character7
绷bēngto draw tight繃
绷带bēngdàibandage (loanword)繃帶
紧绷to stretch taut緊繃
绷着脸to have a taut face繃著臉
紧绷绷tight緊繃繃
棕绷rectangular frame with a palm fiber mat woven across it (placed on a bed frame as the sleeping surface)棕繃
绷子hoop繃子
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What does 绷 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 绷
Figuratively, 绷 can describe someone maintaining a serious or stern expression, often indicating they are not relaxed.
You can say '他的脸绷得很紧' (tā de liǎn bēng de hěn jǐn) which means 'His face is very tense.'
绷 is primarily used in informal contexts, especially when discussing emotions or physical states.
