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郫 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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郫píplace nameunknown, 10 strokes, radical 阝
pí(pi2)pi T2
  1. 1place name
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March 24, 2026

郫pí(pi2)

The character 郫 (pí) refers to a specific place name, specifically a district in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. It is commonly used in geographical contexts, particularly when discussing local culture, food, or attractions associated with this area.

Strokes10Radical阝
Cultural Note

郫 is known for its rich culinary heritage, particularly in Sichuan cuisine, where dishes like 郫县豆瓣酱 (Píxiàn dòubànjiàng), a famous broad bean paste, originate. This character symbolizes a region that is central to one of China's most celebrated food cultures.

Memory Tip

Imagine a map of China where the character 郫 looks like a little house (the radical 阝) sitting in a neighborhood (the radical 匚). To remember the sound, think of 'P' for 'place' where delicious spicy food is found, leading you to the vibrant district of Pi.

Meanings of 郫

pí(pi2)
1place name
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About 郫

郫Simplified
10Strokes
阝Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 郫 in conversation, ensure that the context is clear since place names can sometimes be confused with similar-sounding words. It is generally used in a neutral register, suitable for both formal and informal discussions about geography or travel. Be careful with tone since 'pí' is in the second tone, which can be easily mixed up with other tones.

HSK Study Tips

Although 郫 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is useful for learners interested in regional names. Students should focus on recognizing this character when studying maps or discussing locations in Sichuan, as it can enhance their understanding of local culture and geography.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 郫 with similar-sounding characters, such as '皮' (pí, meaning skin) or '比' (bǐ, meaning compare). Always remember that 郫 specifically refers to a place name and is not interchangeable with these other terms.

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Etymology of 郫

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

place

Semantic (meaning)阝
+
Phonetic (sound)卑
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Origin

郫 = 阝 + 卑. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 郫

IDS Structure⿰卑阝
郫Full Character
=
卑bei1
left
阝yi4
right
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Parts

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How to say place name in Chinese

“place name” in Chinese is郫pí

The character 郫 (pí) refers to a specific place name, specifically a district in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. It is commonly used in geographical contexts, particularly when discussing local culture, food, or attractions associated with this area.

When to use 郫

When using 郫 in conversation, ensure that the context is clear since place names can sometimes be confused with similar-sounding words. It is generally used in a neutral register, suitable for both formal and informal discussions about geography or travel. Be careful with tone since 'pí' is in the second tone, which can be easily mixed up with other tones.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 郫 with similar-sounding characters, such as '皮' (pí, meaning skin) or '比' (bǐ, meaning compare). Always remember that 郫 specifically refers to a place name and is not interchangeable with these other terms.

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Word Family of 郫

Words Containing This Character2
郫县Pi county in Chengdu 成都[Chéng​dū], Sichuan郫縣
郫píplace name
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Words with 郫

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Frequently Asked Questions about 郫

It refers to a district in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, often associated with local culture and cuisine.

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