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March 24, 2026
部位bùwèi(bu4wei4)
部位 refers to a specific part or position of something, often used in medical, anatomical, or technical contexts. It can indicate a location within a larger structure or system, emphasizing the importance of understanding where something is situated.
Frequency#6291DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese medicine, understanding the various 部位 of the body is essential for diagnosis and treatment, reflecting the holistic approach to health prevalent in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Think of 部 (bù) as a 'part' and 位 (wèi) as a 'place.' Imagine a puzzle piece (部) fitting into a specific spot (位) on a board, helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Meanings of 部位
bùwèi(bu4wei4)
1position
2place
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About 部位
部位Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#6291Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 部位
Quick Contrast
部位 (bùwèi) vs 位置 (wèizhi) — use 部位 for specific parts or segments, while 位置 refers more broadly to a location or position.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 部 (bù) as a 'part' and 位 (wèi) as a 'place.' Imagine a puzzle piece (部) fitting into a specific spot (位) on a board, helping you remember both the meaning and the pronunciation.
Usage Notes
部位 is typically used in formal contexts, such as medical discussions or technical descriptions. Be careful not to confuse it with similar terms like 位置 (wèizhì), which means 'location' or 'position' more broadly. Common collocations include '身体部位' (body parts) and '关键部位' (key positions).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 部位 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to anatomy or technical fields. Students should focus on using it in context and understanding its nuances compared to synonyms like 位置.
Cultural Note
In Chinese medicine, understanding the various 部位 of the body is essential for diagnosis and treatment, reflecting the holistic approach to health prevalent in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 部位 with 位置, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我想知道这个位置' (I want to know this position) when they mean '部位' is incorrect; it should be '部位' for specific parts.
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Grammar Patterns of 部位
部位 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 2 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
Complete the Sentence
总____于正西大约30英里处。
The headquarters is some 30 miles due west.
Example Sentences for 部位 (9)
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1
总部位于正西大约30英里处。
zǒng bù wèi yú zhèng xī dà yuē30 30 yīng lǐ。
The headquarters is some 30 miles due west.
2
以微弱负电流刺激疼得最厉害的部位。
yǐ wēi ruò fù diàn liú cì jī téng dé zuì lì hài de bù wèi。
Stimulate the site of greatest pain with a small negative current.
3
他的上唇部位开始长胡子了。
tā de shàng chún bù wèi kāi shǐ cháng hú zǐ le。
The beginnings of a moustache showed on his upper lip.
Kicking, punching, and pulling vulnerable parts are not allowed in wrestling.
Cultural Notes for 部位
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese medicine, understanding the various 部位 of the body is essential for diagnosis and treatment, reflecting the holistic approach to health prevalent in Chinese culture.
Frequently Asked Questions about 部位
You can say, '这个部位需要特别注意' (This part needs special attention).
No, 部位 is more formal and typically found in professional or technical contexts.
Yes, it can also describe positions within systems or organizations, but it's most common for physical parts.
