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March 24, 2026
髀bì(bi4)
The character 髀 (bì) refers primarily to the thigh area, specifically the buttocks or upper leg. It can also denote the thigh bone in anatomical contexts. While it is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it appears in medical or anatomical discussions.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, understanding body parts like the thigh and buttocks is crucial for diagnosing health issues related to circulation or muscle tension. This character may appear in discussions about acupuncture points or health practices.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big 'B' for buttocks, and 'i' like a person standing with hands on hips, showing off their thighs. The character 髀 can be visualized as a person with prominent hips and thighs, making it easier to remember its meaning.
Meanings of 髀
bì(bi4)
1buttocks, thigh; thigh bone
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big 'B' for buttocks, and 'i' like a person standing with hands on hips, showing off their thighs. The character 髀 can be visualized as a person with prominent hips and thighs, making it easier to remember its meaning.
Usage Notes
This character is quite formal and may not be used in casual conversation. Be cautious with its tone; it's pronounced with a falling tone (bì), which can change the meaning if mispronounced. Common collocations include phrases related to anatomy or physical descriptions.
HSK Study Tips
Although 髀 is not included in the HSK levels, it is helpful to connect it to other body-related vocabulary such as 腿 (tuǐ, leg) and 臀 (tún, buttocks). Focus on understanding its usage in specific contexts, especially in medical or educational settings.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, understanding body parts like the thigh and buttocks is crucial for diagnosing health issues related to circulation or muscle tension. This character may appear in discussions about acupuncture points or health practices.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 髀 with other body-related terms like 腿 (tuǐ). For instance, using 髀 to mean 'leg' instead of 'thigh' is incorrect; remember that 髀 specifically refers to the thigh or buttocks.
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Cultural Notes for 髀
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, understanding body parts like the thigh and buttocks is crucial for diagnosing health issues related to circulation or muscle tension. This character may appear in discussions about acupuncture points or health practices.
Word Family of 髀
Words Containing This Character2
髀bìthigh
周髀算经Zhou Bi Suan Jing, or Chou Pei Suan Ching, one of the oldest Chinese texts on astronomy and mathematics周髀算經
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 髀
No, it is more common in formal or medical contexts.
It is pronounced with a falling tone: bì.
You might want to learn 腿 (tuǐ, leg) and 臀 (tún, buttocks) for better understanding.
