便 (biàn)

In Chinese, "便" can function as an adverb or a conjunction. As an adverb, it means "then," "just," or "soon." As a conjunction, it can indicate a result or consequence, similar to "then" or "so" in English. Additionally, "便" can also mean "convenient" as an adjective.

Basic Usage

Here are some common usages of "便":

• As an adverb meaning "then" or "just": For example: 我一到家便给你打电话。(wǒ yī dào jiā biàn gěi nǐ dǎ diànhuà.) - I will call you as soon as I get home.
• As a conjunction indicating a result or consequence: For example: 如果你有问题，便告诉我。(rúguǒ nǐ yǒu wèntí, biàn gàosu wǒ.) - If you have any questions, then tell me.
• As an adjective meaning "convenient": For example: 这家店很便。(zhè jiā diàn hěn biàn.) - This shop is very convenient.

Examples

Here are some example sentences containing "便":

• 天气很好，便去散步吧。(tiānqì hěn hǎo, biàn qù sànbù ba.) - The weather is nice, so let's go for a walk.
• 他便开始工作了。(tā biàn kāishǐ gōngzuò le.) - He then started working.
• 这是个便宜的办法。(zhè shì gè piányí de bànfǎ.) - This is a convenient solution.