調 diào ㄉㄧㄠˋ diu6 HSK 3 流利級 · Level 5

  • to transfer
  • to move (troops or cadres)
  • to investigate
  • to enquire into
  • accent
  • view
  • argument
  • key (in music)
  • mode (music)
  • tune
  • tone
  • melody

調 tiáo ㄊㄧㄠˊ diu6 高階級 · Level 4

  • to harmonize
  • to reconcile
  • to blend
  • to suit well
  • to adjust
  • to regulate
  • to season (food)
  • to provoke
  • to incite

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 调 (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

  • 众口难调。 It is difficult to satisfy everyone.
  • 空调坏了。 The air conditioner has got out of order.
  • 我不调皮。 I am not mischievous.
  • 空調故障了。 The air conditioner doesn't work.
  • 调查下这个。 Examine this.

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