How to say “each other” in Chinese with 彼此 (bǐcǐ)
彼此 (bǐcǐ) + Verb
彼此 (bǐ cǐ) — each other
彼此 (bǐcǐ) + Verb
HSK 5Nouns彼此 (bǐ cǐ) — each other
Rule structure
彼此 (bǐcǐ) is a pronoun meaning "each other, one another". It can function as subject, object, or attributive. More formal than 互相 (hùxiāng).
Rule structure
彼此 (bǐcǐ) is a pronoun meaning "each other, one another". It can function as subject, object, or attributive. More formal than 互相 (hùxiāng).
Examples
他们彼此很了解。
Tāmen bǐcǐ hěn liǎojiě.
They know each other well.
Examples
他们彼此很了解。
Tāmen bǐcǐ hěn liǎojiě.
They know each other well.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “each other” in Chinese with 彼此?
Use the structure: 彼此 (bǐcǐ) + Verb. For example: 他们彼此很了解。 — “They know each other well.”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
他们彼此很了解。 — “They know each other well.”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 5.
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