COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 比 is built
Traditional etymology note: Two spoons 匕 side-by-side; 匕 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 比 (bǐ) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
Belgium
bǐTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 4 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
bǐ
比
Belgium
Common words
bǐ jiào
比较
to compare; to contrast; comparatively; relatively
bǐ rú
比如
for example; for instance; such as
bǐ sài
比赛
competition (sports etc); match; to compete
xiāng bǐ
相比
to compare
bǐ fēn
比分
score
bǐ lì
比例
proportion; scale
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 比
Say “bǐ” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 4 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 比
Common words and phrases
bǐ jiào
to compare; to contrast; comparatively; relatively
bǐ rú
for example; for instance; such as
bǐ sài
competition (sports etc); match; to compete
xiāng bǐ
to compare
bǐ fēn
score
bǐ lì
proportion; scale
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“比”。
Zhège zì shì “bǐ”.
This character is “比”.
我正在学习“比”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “bǐ” zì.
I am learning the character “比”.
请写一遍“比”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “bǐ”.
Please write “比” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 比?
比 is written with 4 strokes.
What does 比 (bǐ) mean?
比 (bǐ) means Belgium.
What is the radical of 比?
The radical of 比 is 比, associated with Not yet classified.