tāi ㄊㄞ toi1 HSK 7-9

  • fetus
  • classifier for litters (of puppies etc)
  • padding (in clothing or bedding)
  • womb carrying a fetus
  • (fig.) origin
  • source
  • (loanword) tire

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 胎 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 轮胎漏气了。 The tire leaks air.
  • 讨厌!轮胎爆了! Shit! I've got a flat.
  • 玛丽怀了双胞胎。 Mary is pregnant with twins.
  • 你有一个死胎吗? Have you ever had a stillbirth?
  • 汽车有四个轮胎。 Cars have four wheels.

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