Character: 碧
1. Character Basics
Radical: 石 (stone)
Stroke Count: 14
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: bì (fourth tone)
3. Meaning
Azure, greenish-blue.
4. Common Words
- 碧绿 (bì lǜ): azure green
- 碧水 (bì shuǐ): azure water
- 金碧辉煌 (jīn bì huī huáng): splendidly ornate and magnificent
5. Grammar & Usage
碧 is often used to describe colors, especially shades of blue and green.
6. Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, the character 碧 is frequently associated with beautiful natural scenes, such as azure skies and lush greenery.
7. Example Sentence
湖水碧绿清澈。
The lake water is azure green and clear.
8. Memory Tips
Think of 碧 as a stone (石) with a beautiful blue-green color to help remember its meaning.