Single HSK word
狈 appears in the HSK word 狼狈, meaning "in a difficult position; in a tight corner".
狈 (bèi): A legendary wolf-like animal with short forelegs — Stroke Order & Writing Guide
HSK 3.0:Recognition 7-9
HSK 3.0Recognition 7-9
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Common patterns, words, and short phrases that show how 狈 works in context.
狈 appears in the HSK word 狼狈, meaning "in a difficult position; in a tight corner".
Real-world example sentences demonstrating how 狈 is used in context
A dog (犭) burdened by a shell (贝) — a wretched or狼狈 situation.
in a difficult position; in a tight corner
He was drenched by the rain and looked very embarrassed.
He felt extremely embarrassed for not reviewing before the exam.
These two thieves often collude with each other to commit crimes.