代
Meaning:
era, generation; to substitute for, to replace
HSK 2
Frequency:
#200
Pinyin:
dài
Strokes:
5
Radical:
亻
How to Write 代 - 5 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "代" in Chinese
The Chinese character 代 (dài) means "era, generation; to substitute for, to replace". It is classified as an HSK 2 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 5 strokes. Common words containing 代 include: 一代, 三代, 上代.
📚 Words and Phrases with 代
Common words containing this character
一代
generation
HSK 2
三代
three generations of a family
HSK 2
上代
previous generation
HSK 2
世代
for many generations
HSK 2
二代
second generation
HSK 2
五代
Five Dynasties, period of history between the fall of the Tang dynasty (907) and the founding of the Song dynasty (960), when five would-be dynasties were established in quick succession in North China
HSK 2
交代
to transfer (duties to sb else)
HSK 2
代代
from generation to generation
HSK 2
代代
from generation to generation
HSK 2
借代
metonymy
HSK 2
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A man 亻 caught 弋 by the passing of time
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "代"?
- The pinyin is dài
- How many strokes does "代" have?
- It has 5 strokes
- What does "代" mean?
- era, generation; to substitute for, to replace
- What is the radical of "代"?
- The radical is "亻"