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啇 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
啇dìstalk, stem, root, foot, basex, 11 strokes, radical 口
dì(di4) T4
  1. 1stalk, stem, root, foot, base
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March 24, 2026

啇dì(di4)

The character 啇 (dì) generally refers to a stalk, stem, or root of a plant. It can also denote the base or foot of an object. This term is often used in botanical contexts or when discussing the foundational aspects of something.

Strokes11Radical口
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese medicine and agriculture, the roots and stems of plants are considered vital for both health and cultivation, reflecting the deep connection between nature and Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a plant with a thick, sturdy stem (the stalk) standing tall. The character 啇 looks like a plant growing from the ground, with the '口' (mouth) at the bottom representing the soil it emerges from. This visual connection helps you remember that 'dì' relates to the base or stem of a plant.

Meanings of 啇

dì(di4)
1stalk, stem, root, foot, base
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About 啇

啇Simplified
11Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 啇

Usage Notes

This character is relatively uncommon in everyday conversation, and learners might confuse it with similar characters. Be mindful of its usage in more formal or botanical contexts. It's often paired with other characters relating to plants or bases.

HSK Study Tips

While 啇 (dì) is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can enhance your understanding of related HSK words that refer to plants or foundational concepts. Focus on the radicals that make up the character to recognize patterns in similar terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 啇 with characters that have similar pronunciations or meanings, such as '底' (dǐ, bottom). Always remember that 啇 specifically relates to stems or bases, while '底' refers to the bottom of an object.

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Etymology of 啇

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Decomposition of 啇

IDS Structure⿱⿱亠丷⿵冂古
啇Full Character
=
亠tou2
top
丷ha5
bottom
冂jiong1
enclosing
古Gu3
inner
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How to say stalk, stem, root, foot, base in Chinese

“stalk, stem, root, foot, base” in Chinese is啇dì

The character 啇 (dì) generally refers to a stalk, stem, or root of a plant. It can also denote the base or foot of an object. This term is often used in botanical contexts or when discussing the foundational aspects of something.

When to use 啇

This character is relatively uncommon in everyday conversation, and learners might confuse it with similar characters. Be mindful of its usage in more formal or botanical contexts. It's often paired with other characters relating to plants or bases.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 啇 with characters that have similar pronunciations or meanings, such as '底' (dǐ, bottom). Always remember that 啇 specifically relates to stems or bases, while '底' refers to the bottom of an object.

Write 啇

啇

Practice writing 啇 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 啇

It can refer to the stem of a flower when discussing gardening or plant care.

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