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甭 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
甭béngneed notHSK 6, c, 9 strokes, radical 用, rank #12517, Hard
甭béng(contraction of 不 and 用)HSK 6, c, 9 strokes, radical 用, rank #12517, Hard
甭béng"there is no need"HSK 6, c, 9 strokes, radical 用, rank #12517, Hard
béng(beng2) T2
  1. 1need not
  2. 2(contraction of 不 and 用)
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March 24, 2026
甭béng(beng2)

The character 甭 (béng) means 'need not' or 'there is no need to.' It is a colloquial contraction of 不 (bù) and 用 (yòng), often used in informal contexts to indicate that an action is unnecessary. You might hear it used in conversational Mandarin to reassure someone that they do not need to take certain steps.

Strokes9Radical用Frequency#12517DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the use of 甭 reflects the value placed on humility and the avoidance of unnecessary actions or burdens. This aligns with social norms where making things easier for others is appreciated.

Memory Tip

Imagine a friend telling you, 'You don’t need to worry about that!' Picture the character 甭 as a 'no' (不) and a 'use' (用) shaking hands to suggest that there's no need to use anything. The pronunciation 'béng' sounds like 'bang' when you hit a door, signaling that you can skip knocking and just walk in.

Meanings of 甭

béng(beng2)
1need not
2(contraction of 不 and 用)
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About 甭

甭Simplified
9Strokes
用Radical
连词连词conjunction (conj.)Part of Speech
#12517Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 甭

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a friend telling you, 'You don’t need to worry about that!' Picture the character 甭 as a 'no' (不) and a 'use' (用) shaking hands to suggest that there's no need to use anything. The pronunciation 'béng' sounds like 'bang' when you hit a door, signaling that you can skip knocking and just walk in.

Usage Notes

甭 is used mainly in spoken Mandarin and can sound informal, so it is best avoided in formal writing or speeches. Common collocations include phrases like 甭客气 (béng kèqi, 'no need to be polite') or 甭管 (béng guǎn, 'no need to worry about'). Be mindful of the tone; using it in a formal context may come off as too casual.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 甭 connects well with other colloquial expressions and phrases that express necessity or lack thereof. Students should focus on integrating it into conversational practice to enhance fluency in informal settings.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the use of 甭 reflects the value placed on humility and the avoidance of unnecessary actions or burdens. This aligns with social norms where making things easier for others is appreciated.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 甭 with 不用 (bù yòng) and may use it in overly formal contexts. For example, saying 甭需要 (béng xūyào) is incorrect; the correct phrase is simply 甭 (béng) without the verb.

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Pronunciation of 甭

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Etymology of 甭

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

Not 不 needed 用; 用 also provides the pronunciation

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 甭?

Decomposition of 甭

IDS Structure⿱不用
甭Full Character
=
不bu4
top
用yong4
bottom
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甭

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Grammar Patterns of 甭

甭 functions as a conjunction — it connects clauses or phrases. Many Chinese conjunctions come in pairs (虽然…但是…, 因为…所以…); use them at the front of the clauses they link. 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

Complete the Sentence

____指望你去四处闲荡的时候我会呆在这儿。

Don't think you'll keep me here while you gad about.

Example Sentences for 甭 (4)

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甭指望你去四处闲荡的时候我会呆在这儿。

béng zhǐ wàng nǐ qù sì chǔ xián dàng de shí hòu wǒ huì dāi zài zhè ér。

Don't think you'll keep me here while you gad about.
2
如果你借给他钱, 你就甭想他还你.

rú guǒ nǐ jiè gěi tā qián, , nǐ jiù béng xiǎng tā huán.

If you lend him money, you can kiss it good - bye.
3
甭管到哪儿，雷切尔都会认出朱莉娅·斯通。

béng guǎn dào nǎ ér， ， léi qiē ěr dū huì rèn chū zhū lì· yà ·。

Rachel would have known Julia Stone anywhere.
4
阿丑甭着头,鼓着嘴,表示倔强不服.

ā chǒu béng zháo tóu, , gǔ zháo, zuǐ , biǎo shì jué qiáng.

Ah Chou cocked his head to one side and puffed out his cheeks in defiance.

Cultural Notes for 甭

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the use of 甭 reflects the value placed on humility and the avoidance of unnecessary actions or burdens. This aligns with social norms where making things easier for others is appreciated.

Word Family of 甭

Words Containing This Character1
甭béngneed not
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 甭

It's primarily used in spoken Mandarin and may not be appropriate for formal writing.