yī​bǎ

[measure]

yī​bǎ [measure] · a handful · a bit of help · quite old · bundle

  1. numeral
    one
    one; the number 1; single; alone
  2. measure word
    [classifier]
    Used for objects with handles, things that can be held in one hand, bundles, certain abstract concepts (like strength or age), or for hand movements and actions.

yī​bǎ to grab

  1. adverbnumeral
    [suddenness]
    Used before a verb to indicate that an action or situation occurs suddenly or unexpectedly.
  2. nounverb
    to hold
    To grasp or hold with the hand; to control or monopolize