Character: 别
1. Character Basics
Radical: 刂 (knife)
Stroke Count: 7
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: bié (second tone), biè (fourth tone)
3. Meaning
To part, not to (indicating negation or prohibition), another, special.
4. Common Words
- 分别 (fēn bié): to part
- 别人 (bié rén): other people
- 别动 (bié dòng): don't move
- 特别 (tè bié): special, particular
5. Grammar & Usage
别 has multiple meanings and usages. It can mean to part, indicating negation or prohibition, or as an adjective meaning special or another.
6. Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, 别 often carries the connotation of farewell and separation, as well as the importance of distinguishing between different things or people.
7. Example Sentence
请别打扰我。
Please don't disturb me.
8. Memory Tips
Think of 别 as a person waving goodbye with a knife-like gesture, helping you remember its meaning of farewell or to part.