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轮胎 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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轮胎
lúntāi
tire
HSK 7, n, 17 strokes, rank #3917, Very Hard
轮胎
lúntāi
pneumatic tire
HSK 7, n, 17 strokes, rank #3917, Very Hard
lúntāi(lun2tai1)lun tai T2
1tire
2pneumatic tire
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March 24, 2026
轮胎(輪胎)lúntāi(lun2tai1)
轮胎 (lún tāi) refers to a tire, specifically a pneumatic tire used in vehicles. It is essential for providing traction, support, and cushioning while driving. In everyday conversations, this term is commonly used when discussing vehicle maintenance or travel.
Strokes17Frequency#3917DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In China, the quality and type of 轮胎 (lún tāi) can significantly impact road safety, especially with the variety of terrains and driving conditions. The importance of maintaining a good tire is often emphasized in vehicle safety campaigns.
Memory tip
Imagine a round tire rolling smoothly down a road. The character 轮 (lún) looks like a wheel, and the sound 'lun' rhymes with 'run', which you might do while chasing after a tire that has rolled away. The character 胎 (tāi) resembles a person sitting down, suggesting the 'support' a tire provides for a vehicle.
Meanings of 轮胎
lúntāi(lun2tai1)
1tire
2pneumatic tire
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About 轮胎
轮胎Simplified
輪胎Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3917Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Usage Notes
Be careful to use 轮胎 (lún tāi) in contexts specifically related to vehicles; using it inappropriately can lead to confusion. It is typically used in neutral contexts, without strong formality, and often appears in phrases related to car repairs or discussions about vehicle safety.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 轮胎 connects to other transportation-related vocabulary at this level. Focus on understanding related terms like 交通 (jiāotōng, traffic) and 汽车 (qìchē, car) to enhance your conversational skills in context.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 轮胎 with the word 车轮 (chēlún), thinking they are interchangeable; however, 轮胎 specifically refers to the tire itself, while 车轮 encompasses the wheel assembly. Always use 轮胎 when referring to the tire alone.
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轮胎 (lún tāi) refers to a tire, specifically a pneumatic tire used in vehicles. It is essential for providing traction, support, and cushioning while driving. In everyday conversations, this term is commonly used when discussing vehicle maintenance or travel.
When to use 轮胎
Be careful to use 轮胎 (lún tāi) in contexts specifically related to vehicles; using it inappropriately can lead to confusion. It is typically used in neutral contexts, without strong formality, and often appears in phrases related to car repairs or discussions about vehicle safety.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 轮胎 with the word 车轮 (chēlún), thinking they are interchangeable; however, 轮胎 specifically refers to the tire itself, while 车轮 encompasses the wheel assembly. Always use 轮胎 when referring to the tire alone.
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Grammar patterns of 轮胎
轮胎 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 2 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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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
除了给____充气外，我没做过任何汽车保养。
Other than blowing up a tyre I hadn't done any car maintenance.
