HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
比 — to compare
- Reading
- bǐ
- Meaning
- to compare; than; ratio
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
比 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is bǐ and it means to compare; than; ratio. 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.
比 appears in everyday chinese words such as 比 (compare; than), 比如 (for example; such as) and 比赛 (competition; match).
Chinese words containing 比
Frequently asked questions
What does 比 mean in Chinese?
比 means to compare; than; ratio in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 比 read?
比 is read bǐ. Reading it inside real words — 比 and 比如 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 比 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 比 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 比 in a word?
A common word containing 比 is 比 (bǐ) — "compare; than". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 比 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 比 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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