不准

不准 zhǔn ㄅㄨˋ ㄓㄨㄣˇ bat1 zeon2 HSK 7-9

  • not to allow
  • to forbid
  • to prohibit

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 不 (1 of 2) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 汤姆从不准时。 Tom has never been punctual.
  • 這裏不准拍照。 You're not allowed to take pictures here.
  • 不准在外面哭。 No crying outside.
  • 電梯內不准吸煙。 You may not smoke in the elevator.
  • 飲酒者不准禁入。 No drinkers allowed.

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