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台风 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
台风táifēngstage presence, poiseHSK 6, ns, 9 strokes, rank #11404, Hard
台风táifēnghurricaneHSK 6, ns, 9 strokes, rank #11404, Hard
台风táifēngtyphoonHSK 6, ns, 9 strokes, rank #11404, Hard
táifēng(tai2feng1)tai feng T2
  1. 1stage presence, poise
  2. 2hurricane
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March 24, 2026

台风(臺風)táifēng(tai2feng1)

台风 (tái fēng) refers to a powerful tropical storm, specifically a typhoon, that typically occurs in the Northwest Pacific region. In a broader context, it can also symbolize a strong force or presence, often used metaphorically to describe someone's charisma or poise in performance settings.

Strokes9Frequency#11404DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

Typhoons are a significant part of life in coastal regions of China, often impacting daily activities and infrastructure. The concept of 台风 is deeply embedded in local culture, with traditions and precautions surrounding typhoon seasons.

Memory Tip

Think of 台 (tái) as a stage and 风 (fēng) as wind. Imagine a performer on stage, commanding attention like the strong winds of a typhoon. The image of a powerful storm helps connect the pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 台风

táifēng(tai2feng1)
1stage presence, poise
2hurricane
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About 台风

台风Simplified
臺風Traditional
9Strokes
—Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
#11404Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 台风

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热带风暴 (rèdài fēngbào) vs 台风 (táifēng): Use 台风 to refer specifically to the stronger, more destructive category of tropical cyclone, while 热带风暴 refers to a less intense storm.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 台风 with other types of storms; in Mandarin, 台风 specifically refers to typhoons. This term is used in both formal meteorological contexts and informal conversations about weather. Ensure the correct tones are used to convey the intended meaning.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 台风 connects to themes of weather and natural phenomena, which are common topics at this level. Students should practice using it in sentences related to weather reports or discussions about climate.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 台风 by mixing up the tones, saying 'tái fóng' instead of 'tái fēng.' It's also common to confuse 台风 with other storm types, such as 暴风 (bàofēng, which means storm) without specifying the type.

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Component Characters

台táitable
HSK 45 strokes口
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风fēngwind
HSK 34 strokes风
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How to say stage presence, poise in Chinese

“stage presence, poise” in Chinese is台风táifēng

台风 (tái fēng) refers to a powerful tropical storm, specifically a typhoon, that typically occurs in the Northwest Pacific region. In a broader context, it can also symbolize a strong force or presence, often used metaphorically to describe someone's charisma or poise in performance settings.

When to use 台风

Be careful not to confuse 台风 with other types of storms; in Mandarin, 台风 specifically refers to typhoons. This term is used in both formal meteorological contexts and informal conversations about weather. Ensure the correct tones are used to convey the intended meaning.

台风 or something close to it

热带风暴 (rèdài fēngbào) vs 台风 (táifēng): Use 台风 to refer specifically to the stronger, more destructive category of tropical cyclone, while 热带风暴 refers to a less intense storm.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 台风 by mixing up the tones, saying 'tái fóng' instead of 'tái fēng.' It's also common to confuse 台风 with other storm types, such as 暴风 (bàofēng, which means storm) without specifying the type.

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Grammar Patterns of 台风

台风 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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在____天的拾 蛤蜊 也是份危险的工作.

Go clamming is also a dangerous work with a willy - willy ( typhoon ).

Example Sentences for 台风 (1)

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在台风天的拾 蛤蜊 也是份危险的工作.

zài tái fēng tiān de shí gé lì yě shì fèn wēi xiǎn de.

Go clamming is also a dangerous work with a willy - willy ( typhoon ).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 台风

台风 (tái fēng) refers specifically to typhoons in the Northwest Pacific, while 飓风 (jù fēng) is used for hurricanes in the Atlantic.

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