siu2 bou6小部
Jyutpingsiu2 bou6
Yalesíu bouh
Definition
Radical 42, or the Khuddaka Nikaya in Buddhism.
- technicalradical 42
- technicalKhuddaka Nikaya, a Buddhist scripture
neutralother
How it's used
Primarily used in the context of Chinese character classification to refer to the 42nd radical, which depicts a small object. While it also appears in Buddhist studies as a translation for the Khuddaka Nikāya, learners will almost exclusively encounter it when discussing dictionary lookups or stroke order. It functions as a technical category label rather than a word used in casual conversation.
Examples
This character belongs to the small radical, do you know how to write it?
Related words
Common phrases
small radical
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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.
