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March 24, 2026
龆(齠)tiáo(tiao2)
The character 龆 (tiáo) refers to the process of losing baby teeth, commonly known as shedding milk teeth. This term is often used in discussions about childhood development and dental health, symbolizing growth and the transition from infancy to childhood.
Strokes13Radical齿Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, losing baby teeth is often celebrated with rituals, such as tossing the teeth onto the roof to encourage the growth of strong adult teeth. This reflects the importance placed on health and proper growth in childhood.
Memory Tip
Imagine a young child named 'Tiao' who is excitedly showing off their gap-toothed smile after losing a baby tooth. The character 龆, with its components, can be visualized as a tooth (represented by the radical) being shed, emphasizing the youthful aspect of this stage in life.
Meanings of 龆
tiáo(tiao2)
1to lose one's baby teeth
2shed the milk teeth
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About 龆
龆Simplified
齠Traditional
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齿Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a young child named 'Tiao' who is excitedly showing off their gap-toothed smile after losing a baby tooth. The character 龆, with its components, can be visualized as a tooth (represented by the radical) being shed, emphasizing the youthful aspect of this stage in life.
Usage Notes
This character is relatively uncommon and may not be used in everyday conversation. It is more likely to appear in children's literature or discussions about dental health. Learners should be cautious of the pronunciation, as it can be confused with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 龆 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, recognizing it can enhance understanding of related words about childhood and growth. Learners should focus on associating this character with discussions of young children and their development.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, losing baby teeth is often celebrated with rituals, such as tossing the teeth onto the roof to encourage the growth of strong adult teeth. This reflects the importance placed on health and proper growth in childhood.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 龆 with similar-sounding characters, such as 调 (tiáo), which means 'to adjust' or 'to tune'. A common mistake is using 龆 in contexts unrelated to childhood, such as adult dental discussions.
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Cultural Notes for 龆
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In Chinese culture, losing baby teeth is often celebrated with rituals, such as tossing the teeth onto the roof to encourage the growth of strong adult teeth. This reflects the importance placed on health and proper growth in childhood.
Word Family of 龆
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龆tiáoyoung齠
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Frequently Asked Questions about 龆
It is pronounced as 'tiáo'.
No, it is not commonly used and is more specific to discussions about children losing their baby teeth.
It symbolizes growth and the transition from childhood to maturity.
