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邰 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
táia state in Shanxi province; surnamenr, 7 strokes, radical 阝, Very Hard
táisurname Taiunknown, 7 strokes, radical 阝, Very Hard
táiname of a feudal stateunknown, 7 strokes, radical 阝, Very Hard
tái(Tai2) T2
  1. 1a state in Shanxi province; surname
  2. 2name of a feudal state
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March 24, 2026
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.

Strokes7RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
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

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

Memory Mnemonic

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.

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.

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.

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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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 邰

IDS Structure⿰台阝
Full Character
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Tai2
left
yi4
right
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Cultural Notes for 邰

🏮Cultural insight

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.

Word Family of 邰

Words Containing This Character1
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.