Common Meanings
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biān鞭
A whip; a flexible tool or device used to drive or control animals, or as an instrument for striking.
有些问题，即使有心帮助，我们也鞭长莫及
For some problems, even if we are willing to help, they are beyond our reach.
To whip, to flog; to urge on, to spur on (figurative).
他的话语鞭策着我努力学习。
His words spurred me on to study hard.
A long, thin object, similar to a whip in shape, used for specific purposes, such as a pointer or cane.
老师拿起教鞭，指着黑板上的字。
The teacher picked up the pointer and pointed to the words on the blackboard.
An ancient weapon, typically made of iron or steel, with segments and no sharp edge, used for striking or bludgeoning.
在武术表演中，他灵活地舞动着钢鞭。
In the martial arts performance, he skillfully wielded the steel mace.
A string of firecrackers, as in "firecrackers" or "small firecrackers."
春节期间，家家户户都会点燃鞭炮庆祝。
During the Spring Festival, every household lights firecrackers to celebrate.