台 (tái) - platform & stage

台Tone 2

tái ｜ 5 strokes ｜ radical: 口

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台 · tái

platform;

stage;

terrace;

stand;

support;

Taiwan;

also used as a respectful term for addressing others.

platformstageterrace

Usage highlights

TaiwanplatformstageterracedeskTV station

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 地— ground (antonym to elevated platform)
  • 基— base; foundation (contrasts with elevated structure)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The speaker stood on the platform (讲台).
  • We watched the performance from the balcony (看台).
  • Taiwan is a beautiful island (台湾).
  • He works at the weather station (气象台).

Collocations

  • Taiwan(台湾)
  • platform(平台)
  • stage(舞台)
  • terrace(台阶)
  • desk(台桌)
  • TV station(电视台)

Idioms

  • Step by step(台阶式前进)
  • On the same stage(同台演出)
  • Behind the scenes(幕后操纵台)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to elevated platforms for observation or performance in ancient China.
  • Used as a respectful form of address in classical Chinese, similar to 'your honor' or 'sir'.
  • Now primarily associated with Taiwan province and various types of platforms or stations.

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