English–Chinese
“background” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinbèi jǐng
Example
请告诉我事情的背景。qǐng gào sù wǒ shì qíng de bèi jǐng
Please tell me the background of the matter.
How to say “background” in Chinese
“Background” in Chinese is 背景 (bèi jǐng).
What stands behind the main picture or event and helps explain what is in front.
Example sentences with 背景
研究这件事需要了解它的历史背景。yán jiū zhè jiàn shì xū yào liáo jiě tā de lì shǐ bèi jǐng
To study this matter, you need to understand its historical background.
Tips for using 背景
- English speakers may first think of a visual setting, but discussions of people or events often use this word for history and circumstances that make the present situation understandable.