不得

不得 ㄅㄨˋ ㄉㄜˊ bat1 dak1 流利級 · Level 5

  • must not
  • may not
  • not to be allowed
  • cannot

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

  • 我記不得了。 I can't remember.
  • 她不得不哭。 She could not refrain from tears.
  • 我哭笑不得。 I don't know whether to laugh or cry.
  • 我们也不得不做 We'll have to do that, too.
  • 萨米动弹不得。 Sami can't move anymore.

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