Chinese · word

吧

ba

(question particle)

Meanings

• particle · A1

  Used at the end of a sentence to seek confirmation or ask a tentative question when the speaker assumes the statement is likely true.

  你是李老师吧？

• particle · A1

  Used at the end of a sentence to make a suggestion, proposal, or mild command.

  时间不早了，我们走吧。

• particle · A2

  Used at the end of a clause to express reluctant agreement, compromise, or concession.

  好吧，我听你的。