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邰 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
邰táisurname Taiunknown, 7 strokes, radical 阝
邰táia state in Shanxi province; surnamenr, 7 strokes, radical 阝
邰táiname of a feudal stateunknown, 7 strokes, radical 阝
tái(Tai2) T2
  1. 1surname Tai
  2. 2a state in Shanxi province; surname
Also a Chinese surname, Tai — see the Surname Dictionary
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March 24, 2026

邰tái(Tai2)

The character 邰 (tái) primarily refers to a historical state in ancient China located in what is now Shanxi province. It is also used as a surname, particularly associated with individuals from certain regions in China. While not commonly used in modern contexts, it carries significance in historical texts and genealogies.

Strokes7Radical阝
Cultural Note

The state of 邰 is part of the historical narrative of the Spring and Autumn period in China, showcasing the fragmented nature of states during that time. This character is often encountered in historical texts that explore the lineage and heritage of Chinese families.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tall tower (the character resembles a tower with its radical) standing in the state of 邰, where the name Tai echoes like a bell. Picture the sound of 'tái' ringing out across ancient lands, helping you remember both the pronunciation and its historical significance.

Meanings of 邰

tái(Tai2)
1a state in Shanxi province; surname
2name of a feudal state
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About 邰

邰Simplified
7Strokes
阝Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 邰

Usage Notes

邰 is primarily a proper noun and is used formal contexts related to history and genealogy. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding names or characters. It is rarely used in everyday conversations, so context is vital when using this character.

HSK Study Tips

Since 邰 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, learners at HSK levels 1-6 should focus on more commonly used characters. However, understanding this character can be beneficial for those interested in Chinese history or genealogy, as it connects to the broader context of ancient Chinese states.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistake 邰 for more common characters due to its rarity. For example, they might confuse it with the more frequently used character 台 (tái), which means 'platform' or 'stage'. Always ensure you understand the context when using邰.

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Pronunciation of 邰

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Etymology of 邰

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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place

Semantic (meaning)阝
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Phonetic (sound)台
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Case file: 邰

  1. 1The meaning half阝 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half台 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayplace
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 邰?

Decomposition of 邰

IDS Structure⿰台阝
邰Full Character
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台Tai2
left
阝yi4
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 邰?

How to say surname Tai in Chinese

“surname Tai” in Chinese is邰tái

The character 邰 (tái) primarily refers to a historical state in ancient China located in what is now Shanxi province. It is also used as a surname, particularly associated with individuals from certain regions in China. While not commonly used in modern contexts, it carries significance in historical texts and genealogies.

When to use 邰

邰 is primarily a proper noun and is used formal contexts related to history and genealogy. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding names or characters. It is rarely used in everyday conversations, so context is vital when using this character.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistake 邰 for more common characters due to its rarity. For example, they might confuse it with the more frequently used character 台 (tái), which means 'platform' or 'stage'. Always ensure you understand the context when using邰.

Write 邰

邰

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Word Family of 邰

Words Containing This Character1
邰táisurname Tai
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Compound Meaning

What does 邰 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 邰

No, 邰 is primarily of historical significance and not commonly used in everyday language.

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