HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
台 — platform
- Reading
- tái
- Meaning
- platform; stage; desk; (classifier for machines, performances)
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
台 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is tái and it means platform; stage; desk; (classifier for machines, performances). To master it, see it in real Chinese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.
台 appears in everyday chinese words such as 台 (platform, stage, typhoon), 台 (platform; stage; desk) and 台灯 (desk lamp).
Chinese words containing 台
Frequently asked questions
What does 台 mean in Chinese?
台 means platform; stage; desk; (classifier for machines, performances) in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 台 read?
台 is read tái. Reading it inside real words — 台 and 台 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 台 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 台 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 台 in a word?
A common word containing 台 is 台 (tái) — "platform, stage, typhoon". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 台 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 台 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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