汉字: 彼
1. Character Basics
Radical: 彳 (step)
Stroke Count: 8
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: bǐ (third tone)
3. Meaning
Refers to "that" or "the other," opposite of "this" (此). It can also mean "he" or "they" in classical Chinese.
4. Common Words
- 彼此 (bǐ cǐ): each other
- 彼岸 (bǐ àn): the other shore
- 知己知彼 (zhī jǐ zhī bǐ): know yourself and know the other
5. Grammar & Usage
The character 彼 is often used to refer to "that" or "the other" in contrast to "this" (此). It is also used in classical Chinese to mean "he" or "they."
6. Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, 彼 is often used in idioms and classical literature to express contrast or reference to something distant. For example, the phrase "知己知彼" (know yourself and know the other) comes from Sun Tzu's "The Art of War."
7. Example Sentence
我们应该彼此尊重。
We should respect each other.
8. Memory Tips
Think of 彼 as pointing to something distant or opposite, like "that" in English. Remember the phrase "彼此" (each other) to associate it with mutual relationships.
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