剖 Stroke Order — How to Write 剖
剖 is written in 10 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 刂, then complete the remaining strokes.
Stroke order matters in Chinese: it keeps the character balanced, and it is how dictionaries and handwriting input methods expect a character to be written.
剖 Radical and Character Components
Components:咅刂
剖 is a phono-semantic compound: 刂 (knife) carries the meaning, while 咅 indicates the sound.
Radical: 刂 + 8 more strokes
剖 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- pōu
Meanings of 剖 in Chinese
1
pōu剖
To cut open, split, or dissect, revealing the inside.
他用刀子剖开了一个西瓜。
He used a knife to cut open a watermelon.
To analyze, dissect, or explain in detail, often used in contexts like '剖白' (to explain oneself frankly), '剖解' (to dissect or analyze thoroughly), or '剖析' (to analyze, examine).
专家对这份报告进行了深入的剖析。
The experts conducted an in-depth analysis of this report.
Common Words and Phrases with 剖
1
to reveal one's true feelings; to confess or explain oneself candidly
面对好友的追问，他终于剖白了自己辞职的真实原因，并非外界猜测的那样。
Confronted by his close friend's persistent questions, he finally laid bare the true reasons for his resignation, which were not as the outside world speculated.
2
To analyze and differentiate; to provide an explanation or justify.
他仔细剖辨了这两种观点，指出了它们的异同，以帮助大家更清晰地理解。
He meticulously analyzed and distinguished between these two viewpoints, pointing out their similarities and differences to help everyone understand more clearly.
3
to discern and judge right from wrong; to make a judgment
面对纷繁复杂的局面，他凭借丰富的经验和敏锐的洞察力，准确地剖断了症结所在
Facing a complex and confusing situation, he accurately identified the crux of the problem by virtue of his rich experience and keen insight.
4
to divide or split, often in the middle
我们把这个大任务剖分成几个小的阶段性目标，这样更容易完成。
We partitioned this large task into several smaller, phased objectives, making it easier to complete.
5
A surgical operation to deliver a baby by cutting through the mother's abdomen and uterus, also known as a cesarean section or C-section.
她的第一个孩子是通过剖腹产出生的。
Her first child was delivered by Caesarean section.
6
To harm oneself for the sake of trivial or material gains; to prioritize possessions over one's own well-being, thus reversing the proper order of importance.
为了赚取微薄的利润而损害自己的声誉和健康，这种行为无异于剖腹藏珠，最终只会得不偿失。
Sacrificing one's reputation and health for meager profits is akin to 'cutting open one's belly to hide pearls'; ultimately, the loss will outweigh the gain.
7
to analyze or dissect; to make a detailed explanation of principles or reasons.
这部电影深刻剖解了人性的复杂性。
This film deeply analyzes the complexity of human nature.
8
To analyze and make a decision or judgment.
经过专家们的缜密分析，这个技术难题终于得到了剖决。
After meticulous analysis by the experts, this technical challenge was finally analyzed and definitively resolved.
9
10
A section or cross-section of an object, specifically the surface exposed after cutting it.
切开苹果后，你可以清楚地看到它的剖面，包括果核和果肉。
After cutting the apple, you can clearly see its cross-section, including the core and the flesh.
11
A section view or profile chart, illustrating an object's internal structure as if cut along a plane.
工程师们仔细研究了机器零件的剖面图，以确保所有部件都能完美契合。
The engineers carefully studied the cross-section drawing of the machine part to ensure all components would fit perfectly.
12
To analyze or explain clearly; to clarify.
他用深入浅出的方式，剖明了这门学科的核心概念。
He used a simple and clear approach to elucidate the core concepts of this discipline.
13
to dissect a body
为了查明病因，医生建议对遗体进行剖尸检查
To ascertain the cause of the disease, the doctor recommended performing an autopsy on the remains.
14
To dissect and deeply observe, especially used for abstract matters or concepts.
他试图剖视这个复杂理论的内在逻辑，以找出其核心思想。
He attempted to dissect the inner logic of this complex theory to uncover its core idea.
15
analyse and explain
专家们对复杂的数据进行了深入剖释，以找出隐藏的规律。
The experts conducted an in-depth analysis and explanation of the complex data to uncover hidden patterns.
16
cutaway view
这张工程图展示了发动机的剖视图，清楚地显示了内部零件的布局。
This engineering drawing presents a section view of the engine, clearly showing the layout of its internal components.
More words with 剖
- pōu剖kāi开cut open, dissect
- pōu剖xī析analyze, dissect
- tāo掏cháng肠pōu剖dù肚Disembowel, Eviscerate
- jiě解pōu剖Anatomy, Dissection
- pōu剖fēn分chéng成split into, divide into
- pōu剖shī尸jiǎn检chá查Autopsy, Post-mortem
- jiě解pōu剖xué学xí习Anatomy study, Studying anatomy
Idioms with 剖
- dòu豆pōu剖guā瓜fēn分to be dismembered or partitioned
- guā瓜pōu剖dòu豆fēn分divided into many smaller parts
- pōu剖bàng蚌dé得zhū珠discover hidden talent or valuable individuals
- pōu剖bàng蚌qiú求zhū珠unearth hidden gems of talent
- pōu剖dǎn胆qīng倾xīn心pour out one's soul
- pōu剖gān肝lì沥dǎn胆show utmost sincerity and loyalty
- pōu剖xī析gān肝dǎn胆reveal utmost sincerity
- pōu剖xīn心qì泣xuè血deeply grieved, weeping bitterly
- pōu剖xīn心xī析dǎn胆to show utmost sincerity and candor
- pōu剖xīn心xī析gān肝to bare one's heart and speak frankly
- pōu剖xuán玄xī析wēi微delve into profound mysteries and subtle details
- pōu剖yōu幽xī析wēi微deeply analyze subtle and profound matters
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Open the tool →Questions about 剖
What does 剖 mean in Chinese?
剖 (pōu) means “To cut open” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 剖?
剖 is pronounced pōu in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 剖 have?
剖 has 10 strokes.
How do you write 剖?
剖 is written in 10 strokes, starting from the radical 刂. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 剖?
The radical of 剖 is 刂, and 剖 is a phono-semantic compound.