jan2 bou6廴部
Jyutpingjan2 bou6
Yaleyán bouh
Definition
The "long stride" radical of Chinese characters.
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How it's used
This term is strictly used in the context of Chinese character analysis and lexicography. It refers specifically to the radical that often appears on the left or bottom of characters related to movement or walking. You will mostly encounter this in academic settings or when learning how to look up words in a traditional dictionary.
Examples
This character belongs to the 廴 radical.
Related words
Common phrases
characters with the 廴 radical
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 廴部 with 辶部 because they look similar in many characters, but they are distinct radicals in dictionary indexing systems.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
