COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 泰
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: Water 氺 contained by a dam
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How to Write 泰 (tài) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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tàiTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 10 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
tài
泰
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Common words
tài dòu
泰斗
(abbr. for 泰山北斗[Tai4 Shan1 Bei3 dou3]) distinguished figure; doyen; revered authority
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 泰
Say “tài” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 10 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
tài dòu
(abbr. for 泰山北斗[Tai4 Shan1 Bei3 dou3]) distinguished figure; doyen; revered authority
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 泰?
泰 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 泰 (tài) mean?
泰 (tài) means safe.
What is the radical of 泰?
The radical of 泰 is 氺, associated with Not yet classified.