HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
别 — don't
- Reading
- bié
- Meaning
- don't; to separate; other
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
别 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is bié and it means don't; to separate; other. To master it, see it in real Chinese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.
别 appears in everyday chinese words such as 别 (don't; other), 别 (don't, other, part) and 别人 (other people).
Chinese words containing 别
Frequently asked questions
What does 别 mean in Chinese?
别 means don't; to separate; other in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 别 read?
别 is read bié. Reading it inside real words — 别 and 别 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 别 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 别 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 别 in a word?
A common word containing 别 is 别 (bié) — "don't; other". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 别 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 别 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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