How to Write 部
The character 部 (bù) is written with 10 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 阝 is one of its key components.
Practice the correct stroke order with the Hanzi Writer app to see animated stroke-by-stroke guidance with real-time feedback.
Meaning & Pronunciation
部 is pronounced bù in Mandarin Chinese. It means part / section / department.
As an HSK Level 2 character, 部 is among the first characters beginners learn.
Common Words with 部
Example Sentences
这些书全部是我的。
zhè xiē shū quán bù shì wǒ de
All of these books are mine.
只有一部分人来了。
zhǐ yǒu yī bù fèn rén lái le
Only some of the people came.
他在那个部门工作。
tā zài nà ge bù mén gōng zuò
He works in that department.
Practice Writing 部 (bù)
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