Common Meanings
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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.