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补给 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
补给bǔjǐsupplyHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #7585, Very Hard
补给bǔjǐreplenishmentHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #7585, Very Hard
补给bǔjǐto replenishHSK 7, unknown, 16 strokes, rank #7585, Very Hard
bǔjǐ(bu3ji3)bu ji T3
  1. 1supply
  2. 2replenishment
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March 24, 2026

补给(補給)bǔjǐ(bu3ji3)

补给 (bǔjǐ) refers to the act of supplying or replenishing resources, particularly in contexts such as logistics, military, and everyday needs. It is commonly used when discussing the provision of food, equipment, or other necessities, especially in situations where these resources are running low.

Strokes16Frequency#7585DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese history, especially during wartime, efficient supply lines were crucial for survival and success. The concept of 补给 reflects the importance of logistics in both ancient and modern contexts, symbolizing resource management.

Memory tip

Imagine a soldier in a war zone receiving a 'booty' of supplies from a helicopter. The character 补 (bǔ) resembles a band-aid, symbolizing the replenishment of what is missing, and 给 (jǐ) sounds like 'give,' reinforcing the idea of providing supplies.

Meanings of 补给

bǔjǐ(bu3ji3)
1supply
2replenishment
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补给Simplified
補給Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5BCT✓CEFRC2

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补充 (bǔchōng) refers to adding something to make up for a deficiency, while 补给 (bǔjǐ) specifically emphasizes the act of supplying or replenishing resources.

Usage Notes

Ensure proper context when using 补给; it is often used in formal or technical discussions but can also appear in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 补给站 (supply station) and 补给线 (supply line). Be mindful of tone errors, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion with other words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 补给 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK level 3 terms related to everyday needs and logistics. Focus on recognizing the components 补 and 给, which appear in other words and phrases at this level.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 补给 with 给 (gěi), which means 'to give.' For example, saying '我补给你' (wǒ bǔjǐ nǐ) instead of '我给你补给' (wǒ gěi nǐ bǔjǐ) can lead to confusion, as the former suggests an incorrect use of the term.

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Component characters

补bǔto repair
HSK 67 strokes衤
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给gěito supply
HSK 19 strokes纟
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How to say supply in Chinese

“supply” in Chinese is补给bǔjǐ

补给 (bǔjǐ) refers to the act of supplying or replenishing resources, particularly in contexts such as logistics, military, and everyday needs. It is commonly used when discussing the provision of food, equipment, or other necessities, especially in situations where these resources are running low.

When to use 补给

Ensure proper context when using 补给; it is often used in formal or technical discussions but can also appear in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 补给站 (supply station) and 补给线 (supply line). Be mindful of tone errors, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to confusion with other words.

补给 or something close to it

补充 (bǔchōng) refers to adding something to make up for a deficiency, while 补给 (bǔjǐ) specifically emphasizes the act of supplying or replenishing resources.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 补给 with 给 (gěi), which means 'to give.' For example, saying '我补给你' (wǒ bǔjǐ nǐ) instead of '我给你补给' (wǒ gěi nǐ bǔjǐ) can lead to confusion, as the former suggests an incorrect use of the term.

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It is pronounced as bǔ jǐ, with the third tone for 补 and the third tone for 给.

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