COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 炱 is built
Traditional etymology note: 火 (fire) suggests the meaning, while 台 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 炱 (tái) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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táiTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
tái
炱
soot
Common words
tái
炱
soot
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 炱
Say “tái” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
tái
soot
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 炱?
炱 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 炱 (tái) mean?
炱 (tái) means soot.
What is the radical of 炱?
The radical of 炱 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.