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How to Write 踏 (tà) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

to tread

Tone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.

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to tread

Common words

tà shí

踏实

firmly-based; steady; steadfast; to have peace of mind

jiàn tà

践踏

to trample

jiǎo tà shí dì

脚踏实地

to have one's feet firmly planted on the ground (idiom); realistic without flights of fancy; steady and serious character

to tread; to stamp; to step on; to press a pedal

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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

How 踏 is built

Traditional etymology note: 足 (foot) suggests the meaning, while 沓 suggests the pronunciation.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 踏

Say “tà” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 踏

Common words and phrases

踏实

tà shí

firmly-based; steady; steadfast; to have peace of mind

践踏

jiàn tà

to trample

脚踏实地

jiǎo tà shí dì

to have one's feet firmly planted on the ground (idiom); realistic without flights of fancy; steady and serious character

to tread; to stamp; to step on; to press a pedal

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“踏”。

Zhège zì shì “tà”.

This character is “踏”.

我正在学习“踏”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “tà” zì.

I am learning the character “踏”.

请写一遍“踏”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “tà”.

Please write “踏” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 踏?

踏 is written with 15 strokes.

What does 踏 (tà) mean?

踏 (tà) means to tread.

What is the radical of 踏?

The radical of 踏 is 足, associated with Not yet classified.