toi4台
Jyutpingtoi4
Yaletòih
Definition
A platform, stage, desk, or table; also used as an abbreviation for Taiwan.
- platform; stage; terrace; stand
- desk; table
- broadcasting station; channel
- abbreviation for Taiwan
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How it's used
Refers primarily to a physical platform or stage for performances, but also serves as the standard abbreviation for Taiwan. When used as a counter for machines or appliances, it is written as 臺 or 台 interchangeably, though 台 is far more common in modern Hong Kong writing. It functions as a classifier for heavy equipment like computers or televisions.
Measure word
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He just walked onto the stage to perform.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 檯, which specifically refers to a table or desk. While some people use them interchangeably in casual writing, 檯 is the correct character for furniture.
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