台


This kanji means a stand, pedestal, platform, or plateau. It is also used as a counter for large objects.

on readings:
  • tai
  • dai
kun readings:
    -
examples:
舞台 butai the stage
台所 daidokoro kitchen
鏡台 kyōdai dressing table
二台 nidai two (large objects)
天台宗 Tendaishū Tendai school of Buddhism

links:
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Last ∆ on 11 October 2024 by Bradley James Wogsland.