Learn a Chinese Character - 踏 (Tà) - Step/Tread

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 足 (foot radical)

Stroke Count: 15 (15 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 足 + 沓 (foot + repeated)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: Tà (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

踏 means "step" or "tread" in Chinese.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 踏步 (tà bù) - marching in place
• 踏实 (tā shi) - steady and reliable

5. Grammar & Usage (语法用法)

踏 is used as a verb to describe the action of stepping or treading.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

踏 is often used in Chinese idioms and proverbs.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

记住"足"表示脚，"沓"表示重复，合起来表示"踏步"。