Meanings of 笤
By ear
Play it, then pick what 笤 means.
About 笤
Podcast: 笤
Podcast: 笤
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 笤
Learners often confuse 笤 with other cleaning tools like 扫帚 (sàozhou), which specifically means 'broom' in a broader sense. 笤 is less commonly used in everyday conversation, so it's best to use it in written contexts or when discussing specific types of brooms.
Although 笤 is not in the HSK vocabulary list, understanding it can help learners connect with related words about cleaning tools and household items. Focus on the radicals and components to enhance recognition in similar characters.
Learners might mistakenly use 笤 in contexts where 扫帚 is more appropriate, as it's less familiar. For example, saying '我买了一个笤' (Wǒ mǎile yīgè tiáo) instead of '我买了一个扫帚' (Wǒ mǎile yīgè sàozhou) can confuse native speakers.
Pronunciation of 笤
Drill the tone of 笤 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 笤 to You
Let me explain 笤 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 笤 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Etymology of 笤
bamboo
Origin
笤 = ⺮ + 召. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 笤
Parts
Which of these is part of 笤?
How to say broom, besom in Chinese
“broom, besom” in Chinese is笤
The character 笤 (tiáo) refers to a broom, a common cleaning tool used to sweep floors and clear debris. It is often found in domestic contexts, indicating its importance in maintaining cleanliness in homes and public spaces.
When to use 笤
Learners often confuse 笤 with other cleaning tools like 扫帚 (sàozhou), which specifically means 'broom' in a broader sense. 笤 is less commonly used in everyday conversation, so it's best to use it in written contexts or when discussing specific types of brooms.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly use 笤 in contexts where 扫帚 is more appropriate, as it's less familiar. For example, saying '我买了一个笤' (Wǒ mǎile yīgè tiáo) instead of '我买了一个扫帚' (Wǒ mǎile yīgè sàozhou) can confuse native speakers.
Write 笤
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 笤 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 笤?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Word Family of 笤
Words with 笤
What does 笤帚 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 笤
笤 specifically refers to a type of broom made from bamboo or thin sticks, while 扫帚 is a more general term for any kind of broom.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 笤?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.