是不是

是不是 shì bu shì ㄕˋ ˙ㄅㄨ ㄕˋ si6 bat1 si6 HSK 1

  • is or is not (used to form yes-no questions)

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 是 (1 of 3) — 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

  • 是不是嚇人? Scary, isn't it?
  • 他是不是医生? Is he a doctor?
  • 这是不是豆腐? Is this tofu?
  • 你是不是老师? Are you a teacher?
  • 你是不是医生? Are you a doctor?

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