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March 24, 2026
態tài(tai4)
The character 態 (tài) refers to a person's manner, bearing, or attitude. It is often used in contexts where one’s demeanor or the way they present themselves is emphasized, such as in discussions about behavior or emotional states.
Strokes14Radical心Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, a person's 態度 (tàidù) is often seen as a reflection of their upbringing and education. Showing a positive attitude is highly valued in social and professional settings.
Memory Tip
Think of 態 (tài) as a person striking a pose to show their attitude (態度). The left part (忄) represents the heart, indicating emotions, while the right part (泰) suggests stability and peace, symbolizing a calm demeanor.
Meanings of 態
tài(tai4)
1manner, bearing, attitude
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態Simplified
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非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
态 (tài) vs 状 (zhuàng) — use 态 for manner or attitude, while 状 refers to condition or state.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 態 (tài) as a person striking a pose to show their attitude (態度). The left part (忄) represents the heart, indicating emotions, while the right part (泰) suggests stability and peace, symbolizing a calm demeanor.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 態 (tài) with similar-sounding words like 台 (tái), which means 'platform.' It is commonly used in formal contexts, especially when discussing attitudes in psychology or philosophy, such as in the term 態度 (tàidù, attitude).
HSK Study Tips
Though 態 (tài) is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is related to other words like 態度 (tàidù). Focus on its use in compound words and phrases to enhance your understanding of nuanced expressions in Mandarin.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, a person's 態度 (tàidù) is often seen as a reflection of their upbringing and education. Showing a positive attitude is highly valued in social and professional settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 態 (tài) with tai (台), which refers to a platform. Remember, 態 is about attitude, while 台 is about physical structures. A wrong example would be saying '他的台度很高' instead of '他的態度很高' to mean 'His attitude is very high.'
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Cultural Notes for 態
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In Chinese culture, a person's 態度 (tàidù) is often seen as a reflection of their upbringing and education. Showing a positive attitude is highly valued in social and professional settings.
Word Family of 態
Words Containing This Character20
状态zhuàngtàistate狀態
态度tàidùmanner態度
变态abnormal變態
生态shēngtàiecology生態
心态xīntàimentality心態
动态dòngtàimovement動態
形态xíngtàishape形態
姿态zītàiattitude姿態
表态biǎotàito declare one's position表態
态tàishape態
事态shìtàisituation事態
态势posture態勢
病态morbid or abnormal state病態
意识形态ideology意識形態
失态to forget oneself失態
静态static靜態
液态liquid (state)液態
神态shéntàiappearance神態
常态chángtàinormal state常態
体态figure體態
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Frequently Asked Questions about 態
You can use 態 to describe someone's demeanor, for example, "他的態度很友好" (tā de tàidù hěn yǒuhǎo) meaning 'His attitude is very friendly.'
Yes, 態 can be used in both formal and informal conversations, especially when discussing emotions or attitudes.
Common phrases include 態度 (tàidù, attitude) and 心態 (xīntài, mindset).
