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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.
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.
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.
Pronunciation of 髀
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Etymology of 髀
A low 卑 bone 骨; 卑 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 髀
- 1The giveawayA low 卑 bone 骨; 卑 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say buttocks, thigh; thigh bone in Chinese
“buttocks, thigh; thigh bone” in Chinese is髀
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.
When to use 髀
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.
What learners get wrong
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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Frequently Asked Questions about 髀
No, it is more common in formal or medical contexts.
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