COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 別 is built
Traditional etymology note: To draw boundaries 刂 between classes 另
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How to Write 別 (bié) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to separate, to distinguish, to classify; to leave; other; do not, must not
biéTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bié
別
to separate, to distinguish, to classify; to leave; other; do not, must not
Common words
bié
別
to separate, to distinguish, to classify; to leave; other; do not, must not
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 別
Say “bié” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 別
Common words and phrases
bié
to separate, to distinguish, to classify; to leave; other; do not, must not
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“別”。
Zhège zì shì “bié”.
This character is “別”.
我正在学习“別”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “bié” zì.
I am learning the character “別”.
请写一遍“別”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “bié”.
Please write “別” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 別?
別 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 別 (bié) mean?
別 (bié) means to separate, to distinguish, to classify; to leave; other; do not, must not.
What is the radical of 別?
The radical of 別 is 刂, associated with Not yet classified.