Learn a Chinese Character - 笨

汉字:

1. Character Basics

Radical: ⺮ (bamboo)

Stroke Count: 11

Stroke Order:

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2. Pronunciation

Pinyin: bèn (fourth tone)

3. Meaning

Stupid; clumsy.

4. Common Words

5. Grammar & Usage

Used as an adjective to describe someone as stupid or clumsy.

6. Cultural Background

In Chinese, 笨 is often used humorously or affectionately.

7. Example Sentence

他真是个笨蛋。
He is such a fool.

8. Memory Tips

Think of 笨 as "clumsy" like a bamboo (⺮) stick.