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篳 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
篳bìwicker, bamboox, 16 strokes, radical ⺮
bì(bi4) T4
  1. 1wicker, bamboo
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March 24, 2026

篳bì(bi4)

The character 篳 (bì) refers specifically to wicker or bamboo, which are materials commonly used in traditional Chinese crafts and construction. It often appears in contexts related to weaving or creating items from these natural materials, reflecting both utility and cultural significance.

Strokes16Radical⺮
Cultural Note

Bamboo is highly valued in Chinese culture, symbolizing resilience and flexibility. The use of bamboo in crafts, such as baskets and furniture, showcases traditional Chinese craftsmanship and the importance of sustainable materials.

Memory Tip

Think of 篳 as a 'bamboo fence.' The character is composed of the bamboo radical (竹) on the right, indicating its connection to bamboo, while the left part can be imagined as the weaving process. Picture a fence made of woven bamboo to help remember its meaning.

Meanings of 篳

bì(bi4)
1wicker, bamboo
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About 篳

篳Simplified
16Strokes
⺮Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

When using 篳, it's important to note that it is less common in everyday conversation and may appear more in literary or specific craft contexts. Avoid confusing it with similar characters related to other types of wood or plant materials. 'Wicker' is a common collocation when discussing furniture or crafts made from bamboo.

HSK Study Tips

As 篳 is not featured in HSK, learners should focus on the bamboo radical and related vocabulary like 竹子 (zhúzi, bamboo) to build a stronger foundational understanding. This character can enhance knowledge of traditional materials used in Chinese culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 篳 with other bamboo-related characters like 竹 (zhú). For example, using '竹' when discussing wicker items is incorrect; use '篳' to specify items made from woven bamboo.

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Etymology of 篳

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory Hint

bamboo

Semantic (meaning)⺮
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Phonetic (sound)畢
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Origin

篳 = ⺮ + 畢. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 篳

IDS Structure⿱⺮畢
篳Full Character
=
⺮zhu2
top
畢bi4
bottom
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Parts

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How to say wicker, bamboo in Chinese

“wicker, bamboo” in Chinese is篳bì

The character 篳 (bì) refers specifically to wicker or bamboo, which are materials commonly used in traditional Chinese crafts and construction. It often appears in contexts related to weaving or creating items from these natural materials, reflecting both utility and cultural significance.

When to use 篳

When using 篳, it's important to note that it is less common in everyday conversation and may appear more in literary or specific craft contexts. Avoid confusing it with similar characters related to other types of wood or plant materials. 'Wicker' is a common collocation when discussing furniture or crafts made from bamboo.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 篳 with other bamboo-related characters like 竹 (zhú). For example, using '竹' when discussing wicker items is incorrect; use '篳' to specify items made from woven bamboo.

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Word Family of 篳

Words Containing This Character2
筚bìwicker篳
筚路蓝缕the hardships of beginning an undertaking (idiom)篳路藍縷
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Frequently Asked Questions about 篳

Common items include baskets, mats, furniture, and decorative objects, all highlighting the versatility of bamboo.

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