背 (bèi) - back (of body) & to carry on the back
背 · bèi
back (of body);
to carry on the back;
to bear;
to memorize;
to recite;
to betray;
to turn one's back on
back (of body)to carry on the backto bear
Usage highlights
backbackpackmemorizebetraybackgroundcarry on back
Usage & contexts
Examples
- He has a strong back (背很结实).
- She is carrying a backpack (背着背包).
- I need to memorize this text (背课文).
- He betrayed his friend (背叛朋友).
Collocations
- back(背部)
- backpack(背包)
- memorize(背诵)
- betray(背叛)
- background(背景)
- carry on back(背带)
Idioms
- Carry a mountain on one's back and a basket on one's head(背山面海)
- Go against common sense(背道而驰)
- Learn by heart(倒背如流)
- Turn one's back on righteousness(背信弃义)
Cultural background
FAQ- In Chinese culture, carrying something on the back symbolizes bearing responsibility or hardship.
- The character appears in many idioms related to memory, loyalty, and physical posture.
- In traditional medicine, the back is considered important for qi circulation and health.