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“faction” in Chinese

Chinese

Also派别 (pài bié)

Pronunciation

Pinyinpài

Example

他是保守派的人。tā shì báo shǒu pài de rén

He is a member of the conservative faction.

Illustration for 派 (faction)

How to say “faction” in Chinese

“Faction” in Chinese is 派 (pài).

A distinct current within a wider flow, whether the flow is water, ideas, or shared preferences.

Full entry for 派: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 派

这位画家属于传统流派。zhè wèi huà jiā shǔ yú chuán tǒng liú pài

This painter belongs to the traditional school.

Tips for using 派

  • A 派 (pài, "faction") label can cover a personal taste as well as a public position, so it does not automatically describe an organized or hostile group.

Other Chinese words for “faction”

公司里有不同的派别。gōng sī lǐ yǒu bù tóng de pài bié

There are different factions in the company.

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