How to Pronounce "tao"
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/ˈdaʊ/, /ˈtaʊ/
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Definition
'Tao' refers to the natural way of the universe, a central idea in Chinese philosophy, especially Taoism. It is about the path, principle, or force that underlies everything in existence.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdaʊ/, /ˈtaʊ/
British English
/daʊ/
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Many people study the Tao to understand Chinese philosophy.
The book explains the idea of the Tao.
Tao is important in Taoism.
It's hard to describe the Tao, but you can feel it through nature.