把 (bǎ) — how to say "preposition" in Chinese

Preposition (passive/disposal construction)

Radicals / Keys

Hand

#64 · shǒu · 3 strokes

Examples

回家以后,请地图放在桌子上,再钥匙放进抽屉里。

When you get home, put the map on the table and then put the keys in the drawer.

地图放在桌子上。

Please put the map on the table.

Mnemonic

Mnemonic for 把 (bǎ) — preposition (passive/disposal construction)

[bǎ-] Bart Simpson is in the art class, creating a funky collage. He sees components like 木 (wood) and 手 (hand) coming together to form 把 as he uses a preposition to describe where each piece should go. Fascinated, Bart attaches everything just right and admires the 把 layout of his masterpiece. 🎨🖐️

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "preposition" in Chinese?

"preposition" in Chinese is 把 (bǎ).

What does 把 mean in English?

把 (bǎ) means "Preposition (passive/disposal construction)".

How is 把 pronounced?

It is pronounced bǎ (written as ba). The page has audio recorded by a native speaker.

How do you write "preposition" in Chinese characters?

It is written 把.

What HSK level is 把?

把 belongs to the HSK 3 vocabulary list.

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