fat, plump, obese

JLPT N5 8 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Usage of (féi)

The character primarily means 'fat' or 'plump' when describing living beings, especially animals or people. It can also describe something fertile or rich, such as soil or land.

Common Collocations

  • (féi ròu): fatty meat, often used in cooking contexts.
  • 肥沃土地 (féi wò de tǔdì): fertile land, used in agriculture.
  • (biàn féi): to become fat, often describing weight gain.

Nuances

When used for people or animals, can carry a neutral or slightly informal tone. It is less polite than using more delicate expressions for body size. When describing land or soil, it emphasizes richness and suitability for growth.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse with (pàng), which also means 'fat' but is more commonly used for people and can carry a more neutral or affectionate tone. often emphasizes plumpness or richness rather than just size.

Understanding these distinctions will help you use appropriately in different contexts.

Example Sentences

This pig is very fat and has good meat quality.

This piece of land is very fertile and suitable for farming.

He has been eating too much recently and has gotten a bit fat.