COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 弊 is built
Traditional etymology note: Two hands 廾 breaking something 敝; 敝 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 弊 (bì) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
detriment
bìTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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bì
弊
detriment
Common words
bì bìng
弊病
malady; evil; malpractice; drawback
bì duān
弊端
systemic problem (sometimes refers specifically to corrupt practices)
lì bì
利弊
pros and cons; merits and drawbacks; advantages and disadvantages
zuò bì
作弊
to practice fraud; to cheat; to engage in corrupt practices
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
弊
弊
弊
弊
弊
弊
弊
弊
LEARNING TIP
Remember 弊
Say “bì” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 14 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 弊
Common words and phrases
bì bìng
malady; evil; malpractice; drawback
bì duān
systemic problem (sometimes refers specifically to corrupt practices)
lì bì
pros and cons; merits and drawbacks; advantages and disadvantages
zuò bì
to practice fraud; to cheat; to engage in corrupt practices
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 弊?
弊 is written with 14 strokes.
What does 弊 (bì) mean?
弊 (bì) means detriment.
What is the radical of 弊?
The radical of 弊 is 廾, associated with Not yet classified.