How to Write 荼
The character 荼 (tú) is written with 10 strokes. Follow the standard Chinese stroke order: top to bottom, left to right, outside before inside. The radical 艹 is one of its key components.
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Meaning & Pronunciation
荼 is pronounced tú in Mandarin Chinese. It means Bitter herb or thistle.
Common Words with 荼
如火如荼
rú huǒ rú tú
like a raging fire; flourishing and magnificent
荼蘼
tú mí
Blackberry rose
苦荼
kǔ tú
Bitter tea (ancient name for tea)
Example Sentences
比赛进行得如火如荼。
bǐ sài jìn xíng dé rú huǒ rú tú
The competition is in full swing.
荼蘼花在春天开放。
tú mí huā zài chūn tiān kāi fàng
The blackberry rose blooms in spring.
这杯苦荼的味道很特别。
zhè bēi kǔ tú de wèi dào hěn tè bié
This cup of bitter tea has a very special taste.
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