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March 24, 2026
跺(跥)duò(duo4)
The character 跺 (duò) means to stamp or stamp down with the feet. It is often used in contexts expressing frustration or impatience, typically involving a physical action of stomping, which can convey strong emotions or urgency in a situation.
Strokes13Radical足Frequency#27189DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, physically expressing emotions through actions like stomping can be more common than in some Western cultures, where verbal expression is often prioritized. This character captures a moment of emotional intensity in a way that is culturally significant.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person who is so frustrated that they start to stomp their feet on the ground. The character 跺 has the foot radical 足 (zú) at the bottom, reminding you that this action involves your feet. The pronunciation 'duò' sounds like 'door,' and you can visualize someone stomping at a door to get attention.
Meanings of 跺
duò(duo4)
1to stamp the feet
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About 跺
跺Simplified
跥Traditional
13Strokes
足Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
跺 (duò) vs 踏 (tà) — use 跺 for stamping down with emphasis or frustration, while 踏 refers to stepping or treading lightly.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person who is so frustrated that they start to stomp their feet on the ground. The character 跺 has the foot radical 足 (zú) at the bottom, reminding you that this action involves your feet. The pronunciation 'duò' sounds like 'door,' and you can visualize someone stomping at a door to get attention.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 跺 with similar-sounding words; its usage is mainly informal. It often collocates with expressions of emotions, such as frustration or impatience. The tone is crucial—make sure to use the falling tone (duò) to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Although 跺 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to HSK Level 2 verbs like 听 (tīng, to listen) and 说 (shuō, to speak) in that it describes an action. Students should focus on the physical action aspect of this verb, as it helps enhance their vocabulary related to movement and emotion.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, physically expressing emotions through actions like stomping can be more common than in some Western cultures, where verbal expression is often prioritized. This character captures a moment of emotional intensity in a way that is culturally significant.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 跺 with other foot-related verbs like 踏 (tà), which can lead to incorrect usage. For instance, saying '我想要踏我的脚' (I want to step my feet) instead of '我想要跺我的脚' (I want to stamp my feet) changes the meaning significantly.
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Grammar Patterns of 跺
跺 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
军官____跺靴子：“小姐，别对我无礼。”
The officer stamped his boot. "Don't be insolent with me, mademoiselle."
He snorted and pranced and pawed at the floor in salivating lust and groveling need.
Cultural Notes for 跺
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, physically expressing emotions through actions like stomping can be more common than in some Western cultures, where verbal expression is often prioritized. This character captures a moment of emotional intensity in a way that is culturally significant.
Word Family of 跺
Words Containing This Character1
跺duòvariant of 跺[duò]跥
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 跺
It's not extremely common but can be used in contexts where physical expressions of emotion are discussed.
No, it is generally informal and should be avoided in formal writing or speech.
You might consider using 踏 (tà) which means to tread or step, though it conveys a slightly different nuance.
