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B1 verb 10 min de lecture

比拼

bipin

Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces 比拼 en 30 secondes

Explication 比拼 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use '比拼' (bǐpīn) yet. You should first learn '比' (bǐ), which means 'to compare' or 'than' (as in 'A is bigger than B'). '比拼' is a more advanced word used for competitions. Imagine two people playing a game and trying their best to win—that is the feeling of '比拼'. For now, focus on simple comparison sentences like '我比他高' (I am taller than him). When you see '比拼' in a title, just think of it as a 'big match' or 'game'. It's about two sides trying to see who is better at something specific, like running or singing.

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At the A2 level, you can start to recognize '比拼' (bǐpīn) in sports or talent show contexts. It's a verb that means 'to compete' or 'to have a contest of skills'. You might see it in headlines like '厨艺比拼' (cooking competition). The character '比' means compare, and '拼' means to put things together or work very hard. So, '比拼' is when people work very hard to compare their skills. You can use it simply: '我们比拼一下' (Let's have a competition). It is more active than just '比赛' (game). It's like saying 'Let's see who's better!'

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As a B1 learner, you should be able to use '比拼' (bǐpīn) to describe various types of competitions. It is particularly useful for describing 'skill-based' or 'attribute-based' contests. For example, instead of just saying companies are 'competing' (竞争), you can say they are '比拼价格' (competing on price) or '比拼服务' (competing on service). This word emphasizes the 'showdown' aspect. It often appears in the structure 'A and B 比拼 [Quality]'. It's a great word for describing reality TV shows, sports highlights, or business strategies where specific strengths are being compared head-to-head.

At the B2 level, you should master the nuance of '比拼' (bǐpīn) compared to its synonyms like '较量' (jiàoliàng) or '对抗' (duìkàng). '比拼' suggests a high-energy, active match where participants are 'staking' (拼) their abilities. It is frequently used in journalistic writing to describe intense market battles or high-stakes athletic events. You should be comfortable using it metaphorically, such as '比拼意志力' (a contest of willpower) or '比拼软实力' (a competition of soft power). It's a word that adds a dynamic, competitive edge to your descriptions of any comparative scenario.

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At the C1 level, you can use '比拼' (bǐpīn) with precision in professional and academic contexts. It often serves to highlight the specific metrics of a competition. For instance, in an economic analysis, you might discuss how tech giants '比拼的是生态系统的完整性' (are competing on the integrity of their ecosystems). You should also recognize its rhetorical use in building tension in narratives or speeches. It implies a 'meritocratic' struggle where the outcome is determined by the specific qualities being compared. Understanding its roots in '拼搏' (struggling/striving) allows you to use it to evoke a sense of hard-won victory.

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At the C2 level, '比拼' (bǐpīn) is a tool for nuanced social and cultural commentary. You can analyze the '比拼' culture in modern society, where everything from parenting to corporate culture involves a constant 'matching of strengths.' You can use it to describe the subtle '比拼' of cultural influences on the global stage or the intense '比拼' of algorithms in the AI era. At this level, you understand that '比拼' isn't just a physical act but a pervasive social dynamic. You can use it in high-level literature or policy discussions to describe the 'clash' and 'comparison' of complex systems and ideologies.

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Entraîne-toi Exemples Notes et astuces

比拼 en 30 secondes

A verb meaning 'to compete' or 'to have a showdown'.
Focuses on comparing specific skills, strengths, or resources.
Implies a high level of effort and intensity (from '拼').
Common in sports, business, and talent show contexts.

The Chinese term 比拼 (bǐpīn) is a dynamic verb that captures the essence of competition, specifically focusing on the act of matching skills, strength, or resources against an opponent. While the basic word for 'competition' is 比赛 (bǐsài), 比拼 carries a more intense, gritty, and active connotation. It suggests that the participants are not just participating in an event, but are actively 'fighting' or 'staking' their abilities to see who comes out on top. The character 比 means 'to compare' or 'to match,' while 拼 means 'to piece together' or, more importantly in this context, 'to risk' or 'to go all out.' Together, they describe a scenario where people are putting their best efforts on the line to determine superiority.

Sporting Context: In sports commentary, you will frequently hear this word when two athletes are neck-and-neck. It isn't just about the score; it is about the physical and mental struggle between them.
Business and Market: Companies often '比拼' in terms of price, technology, or service quality. It implies a fierce market battle where only the strongest survive.
Talent and Skills: On reality TV shows or in academic settings, students might '比拼' their knowledge or artistic talents. It highlights the comparative nature of the evaluation.

这两家公司在技术创新上展开了激烈的比拼。(These two companies have launched a fierce competition in technological innovation.)

Understanding the nuance of 比拼 requires looking at the word 拼命 (pīnmìng), which means to risk one's life or work desperately hard. The '拼' in 比拼 injects that sense of 'going all out.' You wouldn't use this for a casual game of rock-paper-scissors unless you were joking about how serious it is. It is best reserved for situations where there is something significant at stake or where the effort involved is substantial. For example, in the phrase 实力比拼 (shílì bǐpīn), it refers to a 'showdown of strength,' implying a deep and thorough comparison of capabilities.

决赛中，选手们比拼的是耐力和意志力。(In the finals, what the contestants are competing in is endurance and willpower.)

In modern digital culture, 比拼 is also used in 'flexing' or 'comparing' lifestyles on social media, though often with a slightly competitive edge. Whether it is comparing who has the better gaming setup or who can solve a Rubik's cube faster, the word serves as a versatile tool for describing any head-to-head challenge. It is a B1 level word because while its components are simple, its usage in abstract contexts (like 'comparing price-to-performance ratios' or 'comparing cultural soft power') requires a more nuanced understanding of Chinese social dynamics.

现在的手机市场，各大品牌都在比拼拍照功能。(In today's smartphone market, major brands are all competing on camera features.)

Colloquial Usage: You might hear friends say '咱们比拼一下' (Let's have a contest) before a friendly game or a drink.

Using 比拼 (bǐpīn) correctly involves understanding its role as both a verb and occasionally a noun. In most cases, it functions as a verb meaning 'to compete' or 'to have a match.' It is frequently followed by the object of competition—the specific skill or quality being compared. For example, 比拼厨艺 (bǐpīn chúyì) means to have a cooking competition. It can also stand alone to describe the general action of competing.

Structure 1: Subject + 比拼 + Category: This is the most common way to specify what is being compared.
Example: 选手们在舞台上比拼歌艺。(The contestants are competing in singing skills on stage.)
Structure 2: A 和 B 比拼: Used to show two parties engaging in a contest.
Example: 我想和你比拼一下球技。(I want to compete with you in ball skills.)

这场比赛不仅是体力的比拼，更是智力的较量。(This match is not only a competition of physical strength, but also a contest of intelligence.)

When used as a noun, it often follows an adjective like '激烈的' (fierce) or '精彩的' (wonderful). In this role, it refers to the event or the act of competing itself. It is very common in news headlines because it is short and punchy. For instance, '巅峰比拼' (Peak Competition/Showdown) is a classic headline for a high-stakes final match. It suggests a level of intensity that '比赛' lacks. While '比赛' is neutral, '比拼' implies that the participants are pushing their limits.

电商平台在双十一期间展开价格比拼。(E-commerce platforms launch price competitions during Singles' Day.)

Another important grammatical point is that 比拼 is often used in the context of 'soft' qualities. You can '比拼' speed (速度), service (服务), creativity (创意), or even luck (运气). This flexibility makes it a favorite in business Chinese. If a manager says, '我们要和对手比拼服务质量,' they are emphasizing that the quality of service is the battlefield where the company will fight for market share.

为了赢得客户，业务员们都在比拼谁更勤奋。(To win customers, the salespeople are all competing to see who is more diligent.)

Common Object Pairs: 比拼实力 (Compare strength), 比拼速度 (Compare speed), 比拼耐心 (Compare patience), 比拼细节 (Compare details).

If you turn on a Chinese television show today, especially a reality competition show like Sisters Who Make Waves or The Voice of China, you will hear 比拼 (bǐpīn) constantly. The hosts use it to build excitement: '接下来是两位选手的精彩比拼!' (Next is a wonderful showdown between two contestants!). It creates a sense of drama and high stakes. It is the 'clash' or 'showdown' of the entertainment world.

欢迎来到厨艺大比拼的现场！(Welcome to the scene of the Great Cooking Showdown!)

In the corporate world, 比拼 is the language of the boardroom and the marketing department. When discussing competitors, Chinese business professionals don't just talk about 'market share' (市场份额); they talk about 比拼核心竞争力 (competing on core competitiveness). It sounds more proactive and aggressive than merely 'comparing.' In a meeting, a boss might say, '现在不是比拼价格的时候，我们要比拼品牌价值' (Now is not the time to compete on price; we need to compete on brand value). This usage shifts the focus from simple numbers to strategic strengths.

Sports news is another major domain. Whether it's the NBA, the World Cup, or local table tennis matches, reporters use 比拼 to describe the tactical battle between coaches or the physical battle between players. A headline might read: '两强相遇，比拼的是心态' (When two powerhouses meet, what they compete in is mindset). This suggests that at the highest level, technical skills are equal, and the '比拼' happens on a psychological level.

这场球赛是双方防守能力的比拼。(This ball game is a competition of both sides' defensive capabilities.)

On social media platforms like Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book) or Douyin (TikTok), you'll see '比拼' used in challenges. For example, a 'beauty product比拼' video compares different brands to see which works better. In these casual settings, it translates more as 'testing against each other' or 'versus.' Even in daily life, parents might jokingly '比拼' whose child is taller or more obedient, though this often carries a bit of the 'tiger parent' competitive pressure common in some East Asian cultures.

News Media: Used for trade wars, technology races, and political elections.
Education: Used for academic decathlons or '比拼成绩' (comparing grades).

在最后的冲刺阶段，大家都在比拼谁能坚持到最后。(In the final sprint stage, everyone is competing to see who can persist until the end.)

While 比拼 (bǐpīn) is a versatile word, learners often confuse it with other 'comparison' or 'competition' words. The most common mistake is using it in place of 比较 (bǐjiào). 比较 is a neutral verb meaning 'to compare' (e.g., comparing two apples). 比拼, however, involves a contest. You don't '比拼' two sizes of shoes to see which fits; you '比较' them. You only '比拼' if the shoes are somehow competing against each other in a race.

Mistake 1: Using it for simple comparisons: Incorrect: 我在比拼这两本书的价格。(I am competing these two books' prices.)
Correct: 我在比较这两本书的价格。(I am comparing these two books' prices.)

Note: Only use 比拼 when there is an active struggle or a 'versus' element.

Another mistake is confusing 比拼 with 比赛 (bǐsài). While they are related, 比赛 is usually a noun (a match, a game) or a formal verb for organized events. 比拼 is more about the action of competing and the effort involved. You can say '参加比赛' (join a competition), but you wouldn't usually say '参加比拼' unless you are referring to a specific 'showdown' segment. 比拼 focuses on the qualities being matched.

Learners also sometimes forget that 比拼 usually requires a specific dimension of competition. If you just say '他们正在比拼,' it might sound incomplete. It's better to say '他们正在比拼速度' (They are competing in speed). Without the dimension, the listener might wonder 'competing in what?' Additionally, avoid using it for one-sided actions. 比拼 is inherently mutual. You can't '比拼' someone who isn't trying to compete back.

Incorrect: 他一个人在操场上比拼。(He is competing on the playground by himself.)

Register Errors: Don't use '比拼' in very formal legal or academic documents where '竞争' (competition) or '对比' (contrast) is more appropriate. '比拼' has a slightly 'journalistic' or 'colloquial' flavor.

To truly master 比拼 (bǐpīn), you must see how it fits into the family of Chinese 'competition' and 'comparison' words. Each has its own 'flavor' and specific use cases. Choosing the right one makes your Chinese sound much more natural and precise.

1. 比赛 (bǐsài): The most common word for 'competition' or 'match.' It refers to the formal event.
Example: 足球比赛 (Football match). Use this for the event itself.
2. 竞争 (jìngzhēng): Refers to abstract competition, like market competition or biological survival.
Example: 激烈的市场竞争 (Fierce market competition). It is more formal and less about a specific 'showdown.'
3. 较量 (jiàoliàng): Similar to 'showdown' or 'tussle.' It often implies a test of strength or a trial of wits between two powerful opponents.
Example: 高手之间的较量 (A contest between masters).
4. 对抗 (duìkàng): Means 'confrontation' or 'resistance.' It suggests a more adversarial relationship, like two armies or opposing teams in a physical sport.
Example: 身体对抗 (Physical confrontation).

Summary: 比拼 is the most active and skill-focused of these, often used to highlight the specific area of competition.

When you want to emphasize that people are comparing themselves to others in a negative or social-climbing way, you might use 攀比 (pānbǐ). This is a common word used to describe people who always want the same expensive things their neighbors have. Unlike 比拼, which can be positive (competing to be better), 攀比 is almost always seen as a negative social trait.

Lastly, consider PK (pee-kay). In modern Chinese slang (borrowed from gaming 'Player Kill'), 'PK' is used exactly like 比拼 in casual conversation. You'll see it on TV shows: '选手PK环节' (Contestant PK round). While 比拼 is more standard and suitable for writing, PK is what you'll hear young people say when they want to challenge each other.

How Formal Is It?

Le savais-tu ?

The character '拼' (pīn) is also the 'pin' in 'Pinyin' (拼音), where it means 'to piece together sounds.' In '比拼', it takes on the more aggressive meaning of 'striving hard.'

Guide de prononciation

UK /biː pɪn/

US /bi pɪn/

The stress is equal on both syllables, but the third tone on 'bǐ' makes it sound slightly longer.

Rime avec

金 (jīn) 心 (xīn) 新 (xīn) 亲 (qīn) 音 (yīn) 林 (lín) 民 (mín) 信 (xìn - partial)

Erreurs fréquentes

Pronouncing 'pīn' as 'pìn' (4th tone), which sounds like 'to hire'.
Failing to dip low enough on the 3rd tone of 'bǐ'.
Confusing 'pīn' with 'píng' (flat/level).
Treating it as a single flat word without tone variation.
Over-emphasizing the 'n' in 'pin' so it sounds like 'ping'.

Niveau de difficulté

Lecture 3/5

Easy to recognize if you know '比' and '拼'.

Écriture 4/5

The character '拼' has many strokes and requires practice.

Expression orale 3/5

Tone transition (3rd to 1st) is common but needs care.

Écoute 3/5

Easily heard in sports and entertainment media.

Quoi apprendre ensuite

Prérequis

比 (bǐ) 拼 (pīn) 比赛 (bǐsài) 竞争 (jìngzhēng) 实力 (shílì)

Apprends ensuite

较量 (jiàoliàng) 对峙 (duìzhì) 博弈 (bóyì) 对决 (duìjué) 决斗 (juédòu)

Avancé

白热化 (báirèhuà) 针锋相对 (zhēnfēngxiāngduì) 旗鼓相当 (qígǔxiāngdāng)

Grammaire à connaître

Comparison with '比'

他比我高。(He is taller than me.)

Resultative Complements

拼成了一张图。(Pieced together a picture.)

Reduplication of Verbs (一下)

比拼一下。(Have a quick competition.)

The '...的是...' structure

比拼的是速度。(What is being competed in is speed.)

Adverbial modification with '地'

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Exemples par niveau

我们要比拼跑步。

We are going to compete in running.

Simple Subject + Verb + Activity structure.

他们比拼唱歌。

They are competing in singing.

Use '比拼' for a direct contest.

谁想和我比拼？

Who wants to compete with me?

Interrogative sentence with '和...比拼'.

比拼开始了！

The competition has started!

Used as a noun/subject here.

他们在比拼写字。

They are competing in writing.

Activity follows the verb.

这是一场小比拼。

This is a small competition.

Used with a measure word '场'.

我们要比拼快慢。

We want to compete on speed (fast/slow).

Antonyms used as the object of competition.

大家一起比拼吧！

Let's all compete together!

Exclamatory sentence with '吧'.

这两支队伍正在比拼球技。

These two teams are competing in ball skills.

Focuses on the specific skill '球技'.

晚会上有一个厨艺比拼。

There is a cooking competition at the party.

Used as a noun phrase.

我们来比拼一下谁跳得高。

Let's have a contest to see who jumps higher.

Uses '一下' for a casual attempt.

他在和朋友比拼游戏。

He is competing in games with his friends.

Standard 'A 和 B 比拼' structure.

这次比拼非常有趣。

This competition is very interesting.

Describing the competition event.

他们比拼的是耐心。

What they are competing in is patience.

Using '...的是...' to emphasize the focus.

你想参加这场比拼吗？

Do you want to join this competition?

Using '参加' with '比拼'.

比拼的结果还没出来。

The result of the competition hasn't come out yet.

Noun usage with '结果'.

各大商家都在比拼服务质量。

All the major businesses are competing on service quality.

Abstract business context.

选手们在舞台上尽情地比拼才华。

The contestants are competing in talent to their heart's content on stage.

Adverb '尽情地' modifying the verb.

这场决赛是实力的比拼。

This final is a showdown of strength.

Noun usage emphasizing '实力'.

我们需要在技术上和对手比拼。

We need to compete with our opponents in technology.

Prepositional phrase '在技术上'.

他们比拼的不仅是速度，还有准确度。

What they are competing in is not only speed but also accuracy.

Correlative conjunction '不仅...还有...'.

通过比拼，大家互相学习了不少。

Through the competition, everyone learned a lot from each other.

Preposition '通过' indicating the means.

这场比拼吸引了很多观众。

This competition attracted many spectators.

Subject-Verb-Object structure.

他决定和高手比拼一番。

He decided to have a showdown with the masters.

Uses '一番' for the duration/action.

现代企业的竞争已经演变成人才的比拼。

The competition of modern enterprises has evolved into a competition for talent.

Formal verb '演变成'.

这场比拼考验的是团队的协作能力。

This competition tests the team's collaboration ability.

Verb '考验' (to test/trial).

选手们在巅峰时刻展开了最后的比拼。

The contestants launched the final showdown at the peak moment.

Verb '展开' (to launch/unfold).

在比拼核心竞争力的时代，创新至关重要。

In an era of competing on core competitiveness, innovation is vital.

Complex noun phrase '比拼核心竞争力的时代'.

两家公司在价格战中激烈比拼。

The two companies competed fiercely in a price war.

Adverbial '激烈' modifying the verb.

这不仅是财富的比拼，更是品味的较量。

This is not just a competition of wealth, but a contest of taste.

Comparison between '比拼' and '较量'.

他在赛场上展现出了顽强比拼的精神。

He showed a spirit of tenacious competition on the field.

Attributive '顽强比拼的' modifying '精神'.

这种比拼能够激发员工的潜力。

This kind of competition can stimulate the potential of employees.

Modal verb '能够'.

在全球化背景下，各国在软实力上展开比拼。

In the context of globalization, countries are competing in soft power.

Formal context '全球化背景下'.

这场巅峰比拼吸引了全球媒体的目光。

This peak showdown attracted the attention of global media.

Idiomatic '吸引...目光'.

这种深层次的技术比拼决定了未来的市场格局。

This deep-level technological competition determines the future market landscape.

Abstract noun '市场格局'.

与其说是财力的比拼，不如说是眼光的博弈。

It is less a competition of financial resources than a game of vision.

Structure '与其说...不如说...'.

在人工智能领域，中美两国的比拼日益白热化。

In the field of AI, the competition between China and the US is becoming increasingly heated.

Idiom '白热化' (white-hot/intense).

他们比拼的是对用户需求的精准洞察。

What they are competing in is precise insight into user needs.

Complex object '对用户需求的精准洞察'.

这场比拼反映了当代社会对成功的渴望。

This competition reflects contemporary society's desire for success.

Verb '反映' (to reflect).

在激烈的比拼中，唯有不断创新才能立于不败之地。

In the fierce competition, only by constantly innovating can one remain invincible.

Idiom '立于不败之地'.

这种无处不在的社会比拼，在一定程度上加剧了焦虑。

This ubiquitous social competition has, to some extent, exacerbated anxiety.

Sociological commentary.

大国之间的比拼早已超出了单纯的军事范畴。

The competition between major powers has long exceeded the simple scope of military affairs.

Geopolitical context.

文学作品的比拼，本质上是思想深度的对峙。

The competition of literary works is, in essence, a confrontation of ideological depth.

Philosophical observation.

在资本的推波助澜下，这场比拼变得愈发残酷。

With the fuel provided by capital, this competition has become increasingly cruel.

Idiom '推波助澜' (to fan the flames).

这种基于算法的比拼正在重塑我们的消费习惯。

This algorithm-based competition is reshaping our consumption habits.

Technological impact analysis.

比拼的过程往往比结果更能揭示事物的本质。

The process of competition often reveals the essence of things better than the result.

Abstract logic.

当代艺术的比拼，往往在于其对社会现实的解构与重组。

The competition in contemporary art often lies in its deconstruction and reorganization of social reality.

Art criticism terminology.

这场跨越时空的文明比拼，展现了人类智慧的多样性。

This civilization competition across time and space demonstrates the diversity of human wisdom.

Grand historical context.

Collocations courantes

实力比拼

激烈比拼

比拼厨艺

比拼速度

比拼耐力

比拼细节

价格比拼

巅峰比拼

比拼创意

比拼意志

Phrases Courantes

比拼一下

— To have a quick contest or try out skills against each other.

我们来比拼一下谁跑得快。

展开比拼

— To launch or start a competition.

两家公司展开了激烈的市场比拼。

实力大比拼

— A grand showdown of strength (often a show title).

欢迎收看本期的实力大比拼。

比拼到底

— To compete until the very end.

无论多难，我们都要比拼到底。

进行比拼

— To carry out a competition.

双方正在进行最后的比拼。

技术比拼

— A competition focusing on technical skills.

这是一场高水平的技术比拼。

比拼脑力

— To compete in intelligence or mental challenges.

这个游戏主要是比拼脑力。

比拼手速

— To compete in hand speed (common in gaming).

玩这个游戏全靠比拼手速。

比拼人气

— To compete in popularity (common for celebrities).

选秀节目其实是在比拼人气。

全面比拼

— An all-around competition in every aspect.

这是对综合素质的全面比拼。

Souvent confondu avec

比拼 vs 比较 (bǐjiào)

比较 is a neutral 'compare' (e.g., prices); 比拼 is a 'competition' (e.g., who can sell more).

比拼 vs 比赛 (bǐsài)

比赛 is the 'event' (a match); 比拼 is the 'act' of matching skills within it.

比拼 vs 拼图 (pīntú)

拼图 is a jigsaw puzzle; '拼' here means to assemble, not to compete.

Expressions idiomatiques

"你追我赶"

— To try to overtake each other in a race or competition.

赛场上，选手们你追我赶，比拼激烈。

Common

"一决高下"

— To compete to see who is superior.

他们决定在球场上一决高下。

Formal

"不分胜负"

— To be neck-and-neck; no winner or loser yet.

两人的比拼不分胜负。

Formal

"力争上游"

— To strive for the best; to aim high in competition.

在学习比拼中，他始终力争上游。

Idiomatic

"旗鼓相当"

— Well-matched; two sides with equal strength.

这场比拼双方旗鼓相当。

Formal

"各显神通"

— Each showing their special skills/talents.

在比拼环节，选手们各显神通。

Idiomatic

"针锋相对"

— Sharp opposition; tit-for-tat in competition.

两位辩论选手的比拼针锋相对。

Formal

"白热化"

— To reach a climax or become extremely intense.

比拼已经进入了白热化阶段。

Journalistic

"脱颖而出"

— To stand out from the crowd after a competition.

他在激烈的比拼中脱颖而出。

Formal

"优胜劣汰"

— Survival of the fittest (often used in business competition).

市场比拼遵循优胜劣汰的原则。

Academic

Facile à confondre

比拼 vs 竞争

Both mean competition.

竞争 is more abstract and formal (market competition); 比拼 is more concrete and active (a specific showdown).

市场竞争激烈，各大品牌都在比拼服务。

比拼 vs 较量

Both imply a showdown.

较量 often implies a test of strength between two powerful parties; 比拼 is broader and used for any skill contest.

这是一场顶尖高手之间的较量。

比拼 vs 对抗

Both involve two sides.

对抗 suggests physical or adversarial confrontation; 比拼 suggests a comparison of skills or attributes.

两支球队在场上展开了激烈的对抗。

比拼 vs 攀比

Both involve comparing.

攀比 is negative social comparison (keeping up with the Joneses); 比拼 is generally positive or neutral competition.

不要和别人攀比财富。

比拼 vs 对决

Both mean a match.

对决 is very high-stakes, like a duel or a final; 比拼 is more common and can be casual.

最后的巅峰对决开始了。

Structures de phrases

我们要比拼 [Activity]。

我们要比拼跑步。

A 和 B 比拼 [Skill]。

小王和小李比拼球技。

这是一场 [Adjective] 的比拼。

这是一场激烈的比拼。

比拼的是 [Abstract Quality]。

比拼的是团队精神。

在...背景下展开比拼。

在全球化背景下展开比拼。

这种比拼反映了 [Social Reality]。

这种比拼反映了社会的焦虑。

通过比拼，[Result]。

通过比拼，大家都有了进步。

不仅是 [A] 的比拼，更是 [B] 的较量。

不仅是体力的比拼，更是智力的较量。

Famille de mots

Noms

比拼 (Competition/Showdown)

比赛 (Match/Game)

竞争者 (Competitor)

Verbes

比拼 (To compete)

拼搏 (To struggle/strive)

拼凑 (To piece together)

Adjectifs

竞争性的 (Competitive)

好胜的 (Competitive/Eager to win)

Apparenté

对比 (Contrast)

攀比 (Social comparison)

拼图 (Jigsaw puzzle)

拼音 (Pinyin)

比率 (Ratio)

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Comment l'utiliser

frequency

Very common in media, sports, and business; moderately common in daily life.

Erreurs courantes

Using '比拼' for simple comparison of sizes. → 比较 (bǐjiào)
If there is no competition involved, use '比较'.
Saying '参加一个比拼' for a formal game. → 参加一个比赛 (bǐsài)
Use '比赛' for the formal event itself.
Pronouncing 'pīn' as 'pín'. → pīn (1st tone)
The second character must be high and flat.
Using '比拼' in a one-sided context. → 努力 (nǔlì) or 奋斗 (fèndòu)
'比拼' requires at least two parties competing against each other.
Using it in legal documents. → 竞争 (jìngzhēng)
'比拼' is too colloquial or journalistic for formal legal language.

Astuces

Focus on the 'What'

Always try to specify what is being compared. Instead of just 'they are competing,' say 'they are competing in speed' (比拼速度).

Mix it up

In a long essay, alternate between '比拼', '竞争', and '较量' to avoid repetition.

Noun usage

When using it as a noun, put an adjective before it, like '精彩的比拼' (a wonderful showdown).

Show the effort

Use '比拼' when you want to highlight that the participants are working very hard to win.

Watch Talent Shows

Talent shows are the best place to hear '比拼' used in various natural contexts.

Strategic use

In business, use '比拼' to talk about specific competitive advantages like '比拼成本' (competing on cost).

Tone Accuracy

Pay attention to the 3rd-1st tone change; it makes the word sound more energetic.

Headline style

Use '比拼' for punchy, dramatic titles in your Chinese writing assignments.

Don't over-use

For simple comparisons like 'this apple is bigger,' stick to '比' or '比较'.

Look for '拼'

Remember that '拼' implies intensity. If there's no intensity, don't use '比拼'.

Mémorise-le

Moyen mnémotechnique

Think of 'BI' as 'Big' and 'PIN' as 'Pinning' someone down. In a 'BI-PIN', you are having a Big Showdown to see who can pin down the win.

Association visuelle

Imagine two athletes in a tug-of-war. They are 'comparing' (比) their strength while 'putting their lives on the line' (拼) to pull the rope.

Word Web

比 (Compare) 拼 (Strive) 比赛 (Match) 实力 (Strength) 技术 (Skill) 较量 (Showdown) 竞争 (Competition) PK (Player Kill)

Défi

Try to use '比拼' in a sentence about your favorite hobby (e.g., gaming, cooking, or sports) and post it in a study group.

Origine du mot

The word is a modern compound. '比' (bǐ) is an ancient character depicting two people standing together to compare heights. '拼' (pīn) originally meant to join or piece together, but evolved to mean 'to risk' or 'to go all out' (as in 拼命).

Sens originel : To join together for a comparison; to match resources in a struggle.

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese)

Contexte culturel

Be careful not to sound too aggressive; '比拼' is for skills, while '斗' (dòu) is for fighting.

In English, we might use 'showdown,' 'face-off,' or 'contest' depending on the intensity. '比拼' often maps to 'clash' in headlines.

The TV show '中国好声音' (The Voice of China) features many '比拼' segments. Tech news often describes the '比拼' between Huawei and Apple. The movie 'Ip Man' features various martial arts '比拼'.

Pratique dans la vie réelle

Contextes réels

Sports Commentary

精彩的比拼
比拼速度
比拼耐力
最后的比拼

Business Meetings

比拼核心竞争力
价格比拼
比拼服务
展开比拼

Talent Shows

才艺比拼
比拼人气
比拼环节
实力大比拼

Classroom/Education

比拼成绩
脑力比拼
比拼一下
互相比拼

Online Shopping/Reviews

性价比比拼
功能比拼
比拼参数
横向比拼

Amorces de conversation

"你最喜欢看哪种类型的才艺比拼？ (What kind of talent competition do you like watching most?)"

"你觉得在工作中，比拼的是什么？ (What do you think is being competed for in work?)"

"我们要不要比拼一下谁的中文说得更好？ (Shall we have a contest to see whose Chinese is better?)"

"你参加过最有意思的比拼是什么？ (What is the most interesting competition you've participated in?)"

"在你的国家，人们通常会比拼什么？ (In your country, what do people usually compete in?)"

Sujets d'écriture

描述一次你经历过的激烈比拼。 (Describe a fierce competition you have experienced.)

你认为比拼对个人成长有好处吗？为什么？ (Do you think competition is good for personal growth? Why?)

在现代社会，我们是否处在无处不在的比拼中？ (In modern society, are we in a ubiquitous state of competition?)

如果你要组织一场比拼，你会选择什么主题？ (If you were to organize a competition, what theme would you choose?)

谈谈你对‘实力比拼’和‘运气比拼’的看法。 (Talk about your views on 'competition of strength' and 'competition of luck'.)

Questions fréquentes

10 questions

It can be both. As a verb, it means 'to compete' (e.g., 我们比拼一下). As a noun, it means 'a competition' or 'showdown' (e.g., 这是一场实力的比拼).

Yes, if you are emphasizing the competition between them. For example, '这两款手机在比拼性能' (These two phones are competing on performance).

'PK' is informal slang used in gaming and pop culture. '比拼' is more standard and appropriate for writing and formal reporting.

Usually, it is neutral or positive, emphasizing hard work and skill. However, if the competition is described as 'cruel' (残酷), it can have a negative connotation.

Use it to describe how your company is better than others in a specific area: '我们在比拼创新能力' (We are competing in innovation capability).

Yes, people can '比拼' skills, strength, or any other attribute.

Use '场' (chǎng) for a session or event of competition, e.g., 一场比拼.

Yes, students often '比拼成绩' (compete on grades), though '竞争' is also common here.

No, in this context '拼' means to go all out or to risk/stake something. It's the same character as in '拼命' (pīnmìng).

It sounds a bit strange. It's better to say '比较两本书' (compare two books) unless the books are somehow competing against each other.

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