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March 24, 2026
韃dá(da2)
The character 韃 (dá) refers specifically to the Tartars, a historical group of nomadic people originating from Central Asia. It is often used in historical contexts relating to the Mongol Empire and its interactions with Chinese dynasties, particularly during the Yuan dynasty.
Strokes21Radical革Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
The Tartars played a crucial role in the history of China, especially during the Mongol invasions and the establishment of the Yuan dynasty, which has deeply influenced Chinese culture and its perception of nomadic tribes.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'tart' (the phonetic sound of 'tá') being eaten by a group of Tartar warriors, who are depicted with fierce expressions. The character 韃 combines the radical 音 (sound) with other components that hint at the historical significance of the Tartars in ancient China.
Meanings of 韃
dá(da2)
1the Tartars
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韃Simplified
21Strokes
革Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'tart' (the phonetic sound of 'tá') being eaten by a group of Tartar warriors, who are depicted with fierce expressions. The character 韃 combines the radical 音 (sound) with other components that hint at the historical significance of the Tartars in ancient China.
Usage Notes
音 is often pronounced 'yīn', which can lead to confusion. Be careful to use the correct tone for 韃 (dá) to avoid misunderstandings. It is primarily used in historical texts or discussions, so keep the context formal.
HSK Study Tips
While 韃 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 4 terms related to history and geography. Students should focus on understanding historical contexts and the significance of the Tartars in Chinese history.
Cultural Note
The Tartars played a crucial role in the history of China, especially during the Mongol invasions and the establishment of the Yuan dynasty, which has deeply influenced Chinese culture and its perception of nomadic tribes.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 韃 (dá) with similar-sounding characters. For example, saying 'yá' instead of 'dá' can lead to misunderstandings. Always practice the correct tone in context.
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Cultural Notes for 韃
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The Tartars played a crucial role in the history of China, especially during the Mongol invasions and the establishment of the Yuan dynasty, which has deeply influenced Chinese culture and its perception of nomadic tribes.
Word Family of 韃
Words Containing This Character2
鞑dáTartar韃
鞑靼Tatar (Turkic ethnic group in central Asia)韃靼
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Frequently Asked Questions about 韃
It refers to the historical group known as the Tartars, significant in Chinese history.
No, it is primarily found in historical texts and discussions.
You can link it to the word 'tart' while imagining Tartar warriors.
