COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 苔 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (plant) suggests the meaning, while 台 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 苔 (tái) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
used in 舌苔[she2 tai1]
táiTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
tái
苔
used in 舌苔[she2 tai1]
Common words
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used in 舌苔[she2 tai1]
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 苔
Say “tái” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
tái
used in 舌苔[she2 tai1]
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 苔?
苔 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 苔 (tái) mean?
苔 (tái) means used in 舌苔[she2 tai1].
What is the radical of 苔?
The radical of 苔 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.