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偏见
piānjiàn
prejudice
HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, rank #5645, Very Hard
piānjiàn(pian1jian4)pian jian T1
1prejudice
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March 24, 2026
偏见(偏見)piānjiàn(pian1jian4)
偏见 (piānjiàn) refers to an unreasonable or unfair attitude towards a person or group, often based on preconceived notions rather than actual experience. It is commonly used in discussions about social issues, discrimination, and personal biases. Understanding this term is crucial for engaging in conversations about equality and social justice.
Strokes15Frequency#5645DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese society, discussions about 偏见 are increasingly relevant, especially regarding ethnic diversity and gender equality. The term has gained prominence in recent years as social movements advocate for awareness and reduction of biases.
Memory tip
Imagine a '偏' (slant) view that gives you a '见' (sight) that is tilted or unfair. Picture someone wearing glasses that distort their vision, leading them to see only the flaws in others, thus creating prejudice. This visual can help you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 偏见
piānjiàn(pian1jian4)
1prejudice
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About 偏见
偏见Simplified
偏見Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5645Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
偏见 (piānjiàn) vs 成见 (chéngjiàn): Use 偏见 when referring to an unreasonable bias, while 成见 refers to a preconceived notion that may not necessarily be negative.
Usage Notes
偏见 is generally used in formal discussions, so it’s important to be aware of the context. A common mistake is to confuse it with 偏好 (piānhào), which means preference. Make sure to use the correct term when discussing biases versus preferences.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 偏见 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to social issues, such as 歧视 (qíshì, discrimination) and 偏好 (piānhào, preference). Students should focus on understanding its usage in academic or social contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 偏见 with 偏好 (piānhào). For example, saying '我对他有偏好' (I have a prejudice towards him) is incorrect; the correct term should be '我对他有偏见'.
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偏见 (piānjiàn) refers to an unreasonable or unfair attitude towards a person or group, often based on preconceived notions rather than actual experience. It is commonly used in discussions about social issues, discrimination, and personal biases. Understanding this term is crucial for engaging in conversations about equality and social justice.
When to use 偏见
偏见 is generally used in formal discussions, so it’s important to be aware of the context. A common mistake is to confuse it with 偏好 (piānhào), which means preference. Make sure to use the correct term when discussing biases versus preferences.
偏见 or something close to it
偏见 (piānjiàn) vs 成见 (chéngjiàn): Use 偏见 when referring to an unreasonable bias, while 成见 refers to a preconceived notion that may not necessarily be negative.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 偏见 with 偏好 (piānhào). For example, saying '我对他有偏好' (I have a prejudice towards him) is incorrect; the correct term should be '我对他有偏见'.
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Grammar patterns of 偏见
偏见 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我打电话是要谈谈你写的有关“____”的系列文章。
I'm calling in reference to your series on prejudice.
Example sentences for 偏见 (10)
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我打电话是要谈谈你写的有关“偏见”的系列文章。
wǒ dǎdiànhuà shì yào tán tán nǐ xiě de yǒuguān“ piānjiàn” de xìliè wénzhāng。
I'm calling in reference to your series on prejudice.
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我所从事的职业中暗藏着如此深的种族主义偏见，这让我感到害怕。
wǒ suǒ cóngshì de zhíyè zhōng àn cáng zhe rúcǐ shēn de zhǒngzú zhǔyì piānjiàn， zhè ràng wǒ gǎndào hàipà。
The depth of covert racism in my own profession frightens me.
3
我认为你在南美度过的青少年时代让你产生了偏见。
wǒ rènwéi nǐ zài nán měi dùguò de qīngshàonián shídài ràng nǐ chǎnshēng le piānjiàn。
I think your South American youth has prejudiced you.
