一边 yībiān

1. Side (simultaneous)

These meanings come from the same dictionary that powers the Chinese to Pinyin translator and the Chinese to English translator, so a whole sentence containing 一边 will read it the same way this page does.

一边 is written with 2 characters. Chinese words are usually easier to remember once you can see what each part contributes.

These are also written yibian without tone marks. Tones and context are what keep them apart — which is why the tone is part of the word, not an accent on it.

Train the difference in the Tone Trainer or the Similar Sounds Quiz.

What does 一边 mean in English?

一边 is pronounced yībiān and means Side (simultaneous).

How do you pronounce 一边?

一边 is yībiān in pinyin — written yibian without tone marks. Press the audio button on this page to hear it spoken by a native voice.

What are the characters in 一边?

一边 is written with 2 characters: 一 (yī) One (single), 边 (biān) Side (edge - border). Knowing the parts is usually how the whole word becomes memorable.

How is 一边 written in traditional Chinese?

一邊. The simplified form 一边 is used in mainland China and Singapore; 一邊 is used in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau. Both are pronounced yībiān.

Is 一边 an HSK word?

Yes — 一边 is on the official HSK 3 vocabulary list. You can study it with the rest of that list on the HSK 3 page.