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March 24, 2026
跆tái(tai2)
The character 跆 (tái) primarily means 'to trample' or 'to kick.' It is often used in martial arts contexts, particularly in relation to kicking techniques. The character can also convey a sense of forceful movement or aggression.
Strokes12Radical足Frequency#24918DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese martial arts, especially in Taekwondo, the concept of kicking is central, and 跆 represents this action. This character is often seen in signage or terminology related to martial arts schools in China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a powerful foot trampling down on something. The character 跆 looks like a person kicking (the foot radical) with force. You can remember 'tái' by picturing a Taekwondo master showing off their kicking skills.
Meanings of 跆
tái(tai2)
1to trample, to kick
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About 跆
跆Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 跆
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a powerful foot trampling down on something. The character 跆 looks like a person kicking (the foot radical) with force. You can remember 'tái' by picturing a Taekwondo master showing off their kicking skills.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 跆 with other similar-sounding characters. It is more commonly used in martial arts or aggressive contexts, so it may not be suitable for formal or polite conversations. Common collocations include 跆拳道 (Taekwondo) and 跆踢 (to kick).
HSK Study Tips
While 跆 is not yet in HSK vocabulary, it is helpful to connect it with related martial arts terms like 拳 (quán, fist) and 打 (dǎ, to hit). Focus on mastering the pronunciation and recognizing its usage in specific contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese martial arts, especially in Taekwondo, the concept of kicking is central, and 跆 represents this action. This character is often seen in signage or terminology related to martial arts schools in China.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 跆 with the character 踏 (tà), which also relates to stepping or treading but has a different nuance. Remember, 跆 is specifically about kicking or trampling, not just stepping.
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Cultural Notes for 跆
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese martial arts, especially in Taekwondo, the concept of kicking is central, and 跆 represents this action. This character is often seen in signage or terminology related to martial arts schools in China.
Word Family of 跆
Words Containing This Character2
跆拳道taekwondo (Korean martial art)
跆táito trample, to kick
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Compound Meaning
What does 跆拳道 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 跆
The pronunciation is 'tái,' with a rising tone. Practice saying it with emphasis on the 't' sound.
Not typically; it's more specialized and appears mainly in martial arts contexts.
It's best to avoid it in formal conversations unless discussing martial arts directly.
