root cause; the stem of a fruit; the peduncle of a flower
nrt, 12 strokes, radical 艹, rank #1941, Hard
dì(di4) T4
1stem (of fruit)
2root cause; the stem of a fruit; the peduncle of a flower
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March 24, 2026
蒂dì(di4)
The character 蒂 (dì) refers to the stem of a fruit or the peduncle of a flower, serving as the connecting part between the fruit and its plant. It can also imply a root cause or basis in a broader metaphorical sense. This term is commonly used in botany and discussing agricultural products.
Strokes12Radical艹Frequency#1941DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the connection between plants and their fruits is significant, often reflected in agricultural practices and festivals, emphasizing the importance of the stem (蒂) in nurturing and harvesting.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fruit hanging from a tree, held by a green stem (蒂) that connects it to its source of nutrients. The character's form resembles a 'stem' with the top part (氵) like a droplet, reminding you of the life-giving water it needs to grow.
Meanings of 蒂
dì(di4)
1stem (of fruit)
2root cause; the stem of a fruit; the peduncle of a flower
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About 蒂
蒂Simplified
12Strokes
艹Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1941Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 蒂
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a fruit hanging from a tree, held by a green stem (蒂) that connects it to its source of nutrients. The character's form resembles a 'stem' with the top part (氵) like a droplet, reminding you of the life-giving water it needs to grow.
Usage Notes
While this character is mainly used in specific contexts like botany, learners often confuse it with similar characters. Be cautious with the pronunciation, as misplacing tones can alter meanings significantly. Common collocations include phrases related to plant anatomy and fruit descriptions.
HSK Study Tips
Though not categorized under HSK levels, 蒂 connects with other agricultural and botanical terms you may encounter. Focus on understanding its use in compound words related to plants and roots to deepen your vocabulary in this area.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the connection between plants and their fruits is significant, often reflected in agricultural practices and festivals, emphasizing the importance of the stem (蒂) in nurturing and harvesting.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 蒂 (dì) with similar-sounding characters like 低 (dī) meaning 'low.' For example, saying '水果的低' instead of '水果的蒂' is incorrect; it should be '水果的蒂' to mean 'the stem of the fruit.'
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Grammar Patterns of 蒂
蒂 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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“史____夫，你要喝点什么？”——“可口可乐，百事，随便啦。”
"Steve, what do you want?" — "Coke, Pepsi, it doesn't matter."
Example Sentences for 蒂 (10)
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“史蒂夫，你要喝点什么？”——“可口可乐，百事，随便啦。”
“ “ shǐ dì， fū ， nǐ yào hē diǎn？”——“ shí mó ？”——“ kě， kǒu kě， lè ， bǎi。”
"Steve, what do you want?" — "Coke, Pepsi, it doesn't matter."
Beattie led for several laps before he was overhauled by Itoh.
10
玛蒂尔达在一块有花鸟图案的祭坛布上刺绣。
mǎ dì ěr dá zài yī kuài yǒu huā niǎo tú àn de jì tán bù shàng cì xiù。
Matilda was embroidering an altar cloth covered with flowers and birds.
Cultural Notes for 蒂
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, the connection between plants and their fruits is significant, often reflected in agricultural practices and festivals, emphasizing the importance of the stem (蒂) in nurturing and harvesting.
Word Family of 蒂
Words Containing This Character14
蒂dìstem (of fruit)
凯蒂(name) Kitty, Cathy, Katy, Caddy etc凱蒂
史蒂夫Steve (male name)
根深蒂固gēnshēndìgùdeep-rooted (problem etc)
斯蒂芬Stephen or Steven (name)
梵蒂冈Vatican City梵蒂岡
阴蒂clitoris陰蒂
史蒂文Steven, Stephen (name)
烟蒂cigarette butt煙蒂
塞巴斯蒂安Sebastian (name)
罗曼蒂克romantic (loanword)羅曼蒂克
芥蒂barrier
史蒂文斯Stephens
玛莎拉蒂Maserati瑪莎拉蒂
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Compound Meaning
What does 蒂 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 蒂
The correct pronunciation is dì, with a falling tone.
Yes, while it primarily refers to fruit or flower stems, it can also metaphorically refer to roots or foundational elements.
No, 蒂 is more commonly used in specific contexts like botany or agriculture rather than in daily conversations.
