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便条 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
便条biàntiáo(informal) noteHSK 5, m, rank #10153, Hard
便条biàntiáo>张[zhāng],個HSK 5, m, rank #10153, Hard
便条biàntiáo>个[gè]HSK 5, m, rank #10153, Hard
biàntiáo(bian4tiao2) T4
  1. 1(informal) note
  2. 2>张[zhāng],個
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March 24, 2026
便条(便條)biàntiáo(bian4tiao2)

便条 (biàn tiáo) refers to an informal note or message that is often brief and handwritten. It is commonly used to convey quick information, reminders, or personal messages, typically shared in casual contexts rather than formal communication.

Frequency#10153DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, leaving a 便条 is a common practice in both personal and professional environments, often used to convey reminders or important messages quickly when face-to-face communication isn't possible.

Memory Tip

Think of 便 (biàn) as 'convenient' and 条 (tiáo) as 'strip' or 'line.' Imagine writing a convenient note on a strip of paper that's easy to pass around. The shape of the 字 can remind you of a note being folded or passed, reinforcing the idea of a quick message.

Meanings of 便条

biàntiáo(bian4tiao2)
1(informal) note
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About 便条

便条Simplified
便條Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
数词shùcínumeral (num.)Part of Speech
#10153Frequency Rank
张Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 便条

Quick Contrast

便签 (biànqiān) vs 便条 (biàntiáo): 便签 is often used for sticky notes or labels, while 便条 refers specifically to handwritten informal notes.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 便 (biàn) as 'convenient' and 条 (tiáo) as 'strip' or 'line.' Imagine writing a convenient note on a strip of paper that's easy to pass around. The shape of the 字 can remind you of a note being folded or passed, reinforcing the idea of a quick message.

Usage Notes

Be cautious about the informality of 便条; it may come off as too casual in formal settings. Common collocations include phrases like 写便条 (xiě biàn tiáo - to write a note) or 留便条 (liú biàn tiáo - to leave a note). Remember that the tone of '便' should be pronounced with a falling tone (4th tone) to convey the correct meaning.

HSK Study Tips

便条 is an HSK Level 6 word, suggesting it is suitable for advanced learners. Focus on using this term in conversational contexts and writing practice, as it can enhance your ability to communicate informally. Connect it with other HSK 6 vocabulary related to communication.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, leaving a 便条 is a common practice in both personal and professional environments, often used to convey reminders or important messages quickly when face-to-face communication isn't possible.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 便条 with more formal terms like 信 (xìn - letter), leading to incorrect usage in formal contexts. For example, saying '我写了一个便条给老板' (Wǒ xiě le yī gè biàn tiáo gěi lǎobǎn) is too informal; instead, use '我给老板写了一封信' (Wǒ gěi lǎobǎn xiě le yī fēng xìn).

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Component Characters

便biànordinary
HSK 59 strokes亻
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条tiáostrip
HSK 27 strokes木
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Grammar Patterns of 便条

便条 functions as a number. It almost always combines with a measure word before a noun (三个人, 五本书). Standalone numbers are rare outside of math or counting. 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

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逃跑前，她留下一张____解释原委。

Before she ran away, she left a note explaining her actions.

Example Sentences for 便条 (10)

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逃跑前，她留下一张便条解释原委。

táo pǎo qián， ， tā liú xià yī zhāng biàn tiáo jiě shì yuán。

Before she ran away, she left a note explaining her actions.
2
他把便条递给了桌旁的女孩。

tā bǎ biàn tiáo dì gěi le zhuō páng de nǚ hái。

He gave the girl at the desk the message.
3
那儿有张便条，噢，其实不算是便条。

nà ér yǒu zhāng biàn tiáo， ，， ō ， qí shí bù suàn shì。

There was a note. Well, not really a note.
4
她匆匆写了个便条告诉妈妈她已外出。

tā cōng cōng xiě le gè biàn tiáo gào sù mā mā tā yǐ wài chū。

She scribbled a note to tell Mum she'dgone out.
5
史蒂文斯给他写了张便条，请他去自己的公寓。

shǐ dì wén sī gěi tā xiě le zhāng biàn tiáo， ， qǐng tā qù zì jǐ de gōng。

Stevens wrote him a note asking him to come to his apartment.
6
他写了张便条让我转达他的谢意。

tā xiě le zhāng biàn tiáo ràng wǒ zhuǎn dá tā de xiè yì。

He has written a note asking me to pass on his thanks.
7
我用透明胶带把便条贴在他的门上。

wǒ yòng tòu míng jiāo dài bǎ biàn tiáo tiē zài tā de mén shàng。

I sellotaped the note to his door.
8
我偷偷在路易斯的房门下面塞了一张便条。

wǒ tōu tōu zài lù yì sī de fáng mén xià miàn sāi le yī zhāng biàn tiáo。

I slipped a note under Louise's door.
9
你若不能来，在我的信件格里留张便条。

nǐ ruò bù néng lái， ， zài wǒ de xìn jiàn gé lǐ liú zhāng biàn。

If you can't come, leave a note in my pigeonhole.
10
就问一问那位海军上将，是否可以有劳他给我留个便条。

jiù wèn yī wèn nà wèi hǎi jūn shàng jiāng， ， shì fǒu kě yǐ yǒu láo tā gěi wǒ liú gè biàn。

Just ask the Admiral if he will be good enough to drop me a note.

Cultural Notes for 便条

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, leaving a 便条 is a common practice in both personal and professional environments, often used to convey reminders or important messages quickly when face-to-face communication isn't possible.

Frequently Asked Questions about 便条

Use 便条 for informal communication, such as quick reminders or personal messages, while formal letters are reserved for official communication.