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March 24, 2026
鼻涕bítì(bi2ti4)
鼻涕 (bítì) refers to nasal mucus, commonly known as snot. It is the fluid produced by the nasal membranes, often associated with colds or allergies. In conversation, it can also refer to the act of sniveling, particularly when someone is crying or upset.
Frequency#8084DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussing health and bodily functions is often more open than in some Western cultures. 鼻涕 is a common topic, especially among parents discussing their children's health during colds.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big nose (鼻) with a long trail of snot (涕) dripping down. The 'bi' in 'bítì' sounds like 'be' in 'behold'—behold the dripping nose! Visualizing this funny scene can help you remember the term.
Meanings of 鼻涕
bítì(bi2ti4)
1nasal mucus
2snivel
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About 鼻涕
鼻涕Simplified
—Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#8084Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 鼻涕
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big nose (鼻) with a long trail of snot (涕) dripping down. The 'bi' in 'bítì' sounds like 'be' in 'behold'—behold the dripping nose! Visualizing this funny scene can help you remember the term.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 鼻涕 with related words for mucus or phlegm, like 痰 (tán). This term is informal and primarily used in everyday contexts, especially when discussing health or emotions. Be mindful of using the correct tone (bi2 ti4) as mispronunciation can lead to confusion.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 鼻涕 connects with other health-related vocabulary. Students should focus on understanding its usage in context, especially in conversations about health or emotional states, to enhance their fluency.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussing health and bodily functions is often more open than in some Western cultures. 鼻涕 is a common topic, especially among parents discussing their children's health during colds.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes mix up 鼻涕 with similar-sounding words, leading to confusion. For instance, saying '鼻体' (bǐtǐ) instead of 鼻涕 is incorrect; the correct term specifically refers to nasal mucus.
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Grammar Patterns of 鼻涕
鼻涕 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 4
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感冒开始时通常会流____、嗓子发干。
A cold usually starts with a streaming nose and dry throat.
Example Sentences for 鼻涕 (4)
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1
感冒开始时通常会流鼻涕、嗓子发干。
gǎn mào kāi shǐ shí tōng cháng huì liú bí tì、 、 sǎng zǐ fā。
A cold usually starts with a streaming nose and dry throat.
2
蒂莫西正在哭泣，主要是因为太累了，而且他还流着鼻涕。
dì mò xī zhèng zài kū qì， ， zhǔ yào shì yīn wéi tài léi， le ， ér qiě tā huán liú zháo。
Timothy was crying, mostly from exhaustion, and his nose was running.
3
她伸手拿纸巾擤鼻涕。
tā shēn shǒu ná zhǐ jīn xǐng bí tì。
She reached for a Kleenex and blew her nose.
4
她轻轻擦了几下眼睛，擤了擤鼻涕。
tā qīng qīng cā le jī xià yǎn jīng， ， xǐng le xǐng bí。
She dabbed her eyes and blew her nose.
Cultural Notes for 鼻涕
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, discussing health and bodily functions is often more open than in some Western cultures. 鼻涕 is a common topic, especially among parents discussing their children's health during colds.
Frequently Asked Questions about 鼻涕
While it primarily means 'nasal mucus', it can also refer to the act of sniveling.
No, 鼻涕 is informal and best used in casual conversations.
鼻涕 refers specifically to nasal mucus, while 痰 refers to phlegm from the lungs.
