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March 24, 2026
噠dā(da1)
The character 噠 (dā) represents a sound that is commonly used to encourage or prompt a horse to move. This sound is similar to a click or a sharp noise made by the rider, often accompanied by a gesture. It is typically used in informal settings, particularly in equestrian contexts.
Strokes15Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, horses have played a significant role in transportation and warfare, making sounds like 噠 integral to communication between riders and their horses.
Memory Tip
Imagine a rider making a sharp sound to get their horse moving, like a drumbeat 'dā' that resonates in the air. The character 噠 has a 'mouth' radical (口) which emphasizes the sound-making aspect, while the other components suggest action.
Meanings of 噠
dā(da1)
1a sound made to get a horse to move
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噠Simplified
15Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a rider making a sharp sound to get their horse moving, like a drumbeat 'dā' that resonates in the air. The character 噠 has a 'mouth' radical (口) which emphasizes the sound-making aspect, while the other components suggest action.
Usage Notes
This word is informal and primarily used in specific contexts related to horses. A common mistake is to confuse 噠 with similar sounding words that convey different meanings; always ensure you are in the correct context when using this sound.
HSK Study Tips
Although 噠 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other terms describing sounds or actions. Learners should focus on the context in which such onomatopoeic words are used, as they often reflect specific cultural practices.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, horses have played a significant role in transportation and warfare, making sounds like 噠 integral to communication between riders and their horses.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 噠 with similar-sounding characters. For example, using 噠 when trying to convey 'to hit' (打, dǎ) is incorrect as they have different meanings and contexts.
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Cultural Notes for 噠
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, horses have played a significant role in transportation and warfare, making sounds like 噠 integral to communication between riders and their horses.
Word Family of 噠
Words Containing This Character2
哒dā(phonetic)噠
啪哒plop啪噠
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 噠
It refers to the sound made to prompt a horse to move.
No, 噠 is typically used in informal contexts, especially related to equestrian activities.
While it primarily refers to horses, similar sounds can be used for other animals, but 噠 specifically denotes the horse prompt.
