秉 Stroke Order — How to Write 秉
秉 is written in 8 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 禾, 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.
秉 Radical and Character Components
秉 is an ideographic compound. A hand 彐 grasping a bundle of grain 禾.
Radical: 禾 + 3 more strokes
秉 Pronunciation and Pinyin
- bǐng
Meanings of 秉 in Chinese
1
bǐng秉
To hold or grasp, as in holding an object or a light.
他秉笔直书，记录下当时发生的一切
He wrote truthfully, recording everything that happened at that time.
To uphold, manage, or adhere to principles (e.g., justice, impartiality).
这位律师始终秉持公正，为客户争取合法权益。
This lawyer always upholds justice, striving for the legitimate rights and interests of clients.
An ancient Chinese unit of capacity, equal to sixteen 'hu'.
古人常用‘秉’来计量谷物。
Ancient people often used 'bing' to measure grain.
Common Words and Phrases with 秉
1
to hold a pen; to do the actual writing
这位文人一生秉笔不辍，创作了许多佳作。
This scholar continued to write diligently throughout his life, producing many excellent works.
2
To receive and follow orders or instructions; to act in accordance with.
公司秉承客户至上的原则，提供优质服务。
The company adheres to the principle of customer first, providing high-quality services.
3
To uphold, adhere to, or maintain (principles, beliefs, or a certain stance).
他一直秉持着诚实守信的原则。
He has always upheld the principle of honesty and trustworthiness.
4
Natural endowment; inherent qualities, talents, or abilities; also referring to traits or qualities inherited from ancestors.
每个孩子都有其独特的秉赋，需要被发现和培养。
Every child has their unique endowments, which need to be discovered and nurtured.
5
to act justly and impartially
评委们在比赛中秉公评判，确保了比赛的公正性。
The judges acted impartially in the competition, ensuring its fairness.
6
to rule or govern a country
古时一位德高望重的长者，受托秉国数载，使一方风调雨顺，百姓丰衣足食。
In ancient times, a highly respected elder, entrusted with administering the domain for several years, ensured the region had favorable weather and its people lived in abundance.
7
Inherent disposition or character; natural temperament.
他天生乐观的秉性让他总是能积极面对困难。
His naturally optimistic disposition always allows him to face difficulties positively.
8
hold political power; be in power
自从老会长秉政以来，协会的各项工作都取得了显著进展。
Since the venerable chairman assumed leadership, the association's various endeavors have made remarkable headway.
9
fair and impartial; upright
他为人秉直，从不偏袒任何一方，深受大家信任。
He is upright and never takes sides, earning everyone's trust.
10
To have night outings with candles in hand, symbolizing the enjoyment of life and making the most of the present moment.
人生苦短，何不秉烛夜游，尽享当下美好时光？
Life is short, why not seize the moment and enjoy the beautiful present, like holding a candle to wander at night?
More words with 秉
- bǐng秉gōng公zhí执fǎ法Enforce the law impartially, Administer justice fairly
- bǐng秉yù聿Holding a writing brush, To write
- bǐng秉xiān先shēng生Mr. Bing
- bíng秉bǐ笔bú不chuò辍keep writing, write unceasingly
- bǐng秉fù赋chū出zhòng众exceptionally talented, highly gifted
- bǐng秉gōng公chú处lǐ理handle impartially, deal with impartially
- bǐng秉zhú烛yè夜dú读Burn the midnight oil, Read by candlelight late into the night
- bǐng秉zhú烛yè夜tán谈talk deep into the night, a late-night talk by candlelight
- yì一zhí直bǐng秉chí持always uphold, consistently adhere to
Idioms with 秉
- bǐng秉bǐ笔zhí直shū书write truthfully and impartially
- bǐng秉gōng公bàn办lǐ理handle affairs with fairness and impartiality
- bǐng秉gōng公bàn办shì事handle matters impartially
- bǐng秉gōng公miè灭sī私act impartially and selflessly
- bǐng秉gōng公wú无sī私act justly and selflessly
- bǐng秉zhú烛dài待dàn旦burn the midnight oil
- bǐng秉gōng公rèn任zhí直act with integrity and impartiality
- bǐng秉wén文jiān兼wǔ武adept in both literary and martial arts
- bǐng秉zhèng正wú无sī私uphold justice and be selfless
- shǐ史yú鱼bǐng秉zhí直to be upright and incorruptible
- zūn遵dào道bǐng秉yì义Adhere to moral principles
- bǐng秉hù笏pī披páo袍serve as an official
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Open the tool →Questions about 秉
What does 秉 mean in Chinese?
秉 (bǐng) means “To hold or grasp” in Chinese.
How do you pronounce 秉?
秉 is pronounced bǐng in Mandarin Chinese.
How many strokes does 秉 have?
秉 has 8 strokes.
How do you write 秉?
秉 is written in 8 strokes, starting from the radical 禾. See the animated stroke order on this page.
What is the radical of 秉?
The radical of 秉 is 禾, and 秉 is an ideographic compound.