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March 24, 2026
疤bā(ba1)
The character 疤 (bā) refers to a scar or a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed. It can also denote a scab that forms during the healing process. In medical contexts, it may be used to describe various types of skin blemishes, including birthmarks.
Strokes9Radical疒Frequency#6336DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the appearance of scars can reflect one's overall health and vitality, and treatments may be sought to minimize their visibility. Scars can carry social and personal significance, often representing past experiences.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big 'B' on a scarred face, representing 'bā'. The 'b' shape can remind you of a bandage, which covers scars, while the radical 疒 (sickness) hints at healing wounds. Picture someone saying, 'Look at my scar, it's like a 'b' on my skin!'
Meanings of 疤
bā(ba1)
1scar
2scab
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About 疤
疤Simplified
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疒Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#6336Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7TOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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瘢 (bān) refers specifically to a scar that forms after a wound has healed, while 疤 (bā) can also include scabs and marks from healing processes.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big 'B' on a scarred face, representing 'bā'. The 'b' shape can remind you of a bandage, which covers scars, while the radical 疒 (sickness) hints at healing wounds. Picture someone saying, 'Look at my scar, it's like a 'b' on my skin!'
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 疤 (bā) with related terms such as 伤疤 (shāngbā), which specifically means 'wound scar'. This word is generally used in a neutral context, but can be sensitive in discussions about physical appearance. Note the tone; mispronouncing it may lead to confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 6, students should connect 疤 (bā) with other medical vocabulary and terms related to health. Focus on understanding its usage in both spoken and written contexts, especially in descriptive scenarios.
Cultural Note
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the appearance of scars can reflect one's overall health and vitality, and treatments may be sought to minimize their visibility. Scars can carry social and personal significance, often representing past experiences.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 疤 (bā) with 瘢 (bān), which refers to a specific type of scar tissue. For example, saying '他有一个瘢' instead of '他有一个疤' is incorrect. Always remember that 疤 is the more general term.
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Grammar Patterns of 疤
疤 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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 5
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他脸上有____痕，还有几处奇怪的肿包。
His face was scarred and oddly puffy in places.
Example Sentences for 疤 (10)
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1
他脸上有疤痕，还有几处奇怪的肿包。
tā liǎn shàng yǒu bā hén， ， huán yǒu jī chǔ qí guài de zhǒng。
His face was scarred and oddly puffy in places.
2
如果伤口缝合得好, 不会落下什么伤疤.
rú guǒ shāng kǒu féng hé dé hǎo, , bù huì luò xià shí mó shāng.
If the wound is stitched up skillfully, it will hardly leave a mark.
3
他结了伤疤的那侧脸青紫发红。
tā jié le shāng bā de nà cè liǎn qīng zǐ fā hóng。
The scarred side of his face was a livid red.
4
他那张疤脸高兴得皱了起来。
tā nà zhāng bā liǎn gāo xīng dé zhòu le qǐ lái。
His scarred face crumpled with pleasure.
5
肌肉撕裂复原后会留下疤痕。
jī ròu sī liè fù yuán hòu huì liú xià bā hén。
A muscle tear will leave a scar after healing.
6
她尽量不去看那张带有疤痕的丑陋脸庞。
tā jìn liáng bù qù kàn nà zhāng dài yǒu bā hén de chǒu lòu liǎn páng。
She tried not to look at the scarred, disfigured face.
7
他脸部受伤后落下一块难看的伤疤, 所以他留起胡须把它遮住.
tā liǎn bù shòu shāng hòu luò xià yī kuài nán kàn de shāng bā, , suǒ yǐ tā liú qǐ hú xū bǎ tā zhē.
The wound left a nasty mark on his face, so he grew beard over it to hide it.
8
一定要选坚实、无疤痕的果子。
yī dìng yào xuǎn jiān shí、 、 wú bā hén de guǒ。
Be sure to select firm, unblemished fruit.
9
他用锤子将门敲得疤痕累累.
tā yòng chuí zǐ jiāng mén qiāo dé bā hén léi léi.
He scarred the door with a hammer.
10
我睁大了眼望着他. 原来他蓄胡子是用来遮疤!
wǒ zhēng dà le yǎn wàng zháo tā. . yuán lái tā xù hú zǐ shì yòng lái zhē!
I stared at him. That, then , was the secret of the mustache - grown to cover a scar!
Cultural Notes for 疤
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the appearance of scars can reflect one's overall health and vitality, and treatments may be sought to minimize their visibility. Scars can carry social and personal significance, often representing past experiences.
Word Family of 疤
Words Containing This Character7
疤bāscar
伤疤scar傷疤
疤痕scar
疮疤scar瘡疤
结疤to form a scar結疤
节疤gnarl節疤
好了疮疤忘了痛to forget past pains once the wound has healed (idiom)好了瘡疤忘了痛
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Frequently Asked Questions about 疤
疤 (bā) is a general term for any scar, while 伤疤 (shāngbā) specifically refers to scars resulting from injuries.
Yes, in metaphorical contexts, 疤 can describe emotional scars or lasting impacts from traumatic experiences.
You can say, '他的手上有一个疤' (Tā de shǒu shàng yǒu yīgè bā), meaning 'He has a scar on his hand.'
