别
bié
Don't (do something); other
How to say “don’t” in Chinese with 别 (bié)
别 (bié) + Verb
别 (bié) — negative commands
HSK 2Adverbs
别 (bié) + Verb
HSK 2Adverbs别 (bié) — negative commands
Rule structure
别 (bié) is a common and direct way to form negative commands or give advice against doing something, meaning "don't." It is more colloquial than 不要 (bù yào).
Rule structure
别 (bié) is a common and direct way to form negative commands or give advice against doing something, meaning "don't." It is more colloquial than 不要 (bù yào).
Examples
别走！
Bié zǒu!
Don't go!
别吃太多。
Bié chī tài duō.
Don't eat too much.
别吃太多糖。
Bié chī tài duōtáng.
Don't eat too much candy.
Examples
别走！
Bié zǒu!
Don't go!
别吃太多。
Bié chī tài duō.
Don't eat too much.
别吃太多糖。
Bié chī tài duōtáng.
Don't eat too much candy.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you say “negative commands” in Chinese with 别?
Use the structure: 别 (bié) + Verb. For example: 别走！ — “Don't go!”.
What is an example sentence with this grammar rule?
别走！ — “Don't go!”.
Which HSK level includes this grammar rule?
This grammar rule is part of HSK 2.
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