fu3 dau2 bin1戽斗邊戽斗边
Jyutpingfu3 dau2 bin1
Yalefu dáu bīn
Definition
The Chinese character radical 阝 when it appears on the left side of a character.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the radical 阝 when it appears on the left side of a character, such as in 隊 or 陣. It is named for its visual resemblance to a traditional scoop or ladle. When the same radical appears on the right side, it is referred to as 邑部 or 右耳刀.
Examples
The left side of this character is the 'left ear' radical.
Related words
Common phrases
the 'left ear' radical
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the right-side radical 阝, which is historically distinct and represents a different concept. Using the wrong name can cause confusion when describing character structures to native speakers.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
