"dao" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 道 (dào，哲学概念或道路)
• 刀 (dāo，刀剑)

Definition

“Dao”可以指中国哲学中重要的“道”，意为“道路”或“法则”，是指导宇宙的自然规律。也可以指中国的一种刀或剑。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

“Dao”在哲学和武术中常见，哲学意义时可写作“道”，武器指中国单刃刀。需根据上下文判断含义。

Examples

Many people study the dao as part of Chinese philosophy.

许多人将**道**作为中国哲学的一部分学习。

The martial artist trained with a dao every day.

武术家每天都用**刀**训练。

The dao teaches balance and harmony in life.

**道**教导人生的平衡与和谐。

Some people find peace by following the principles of the dao.

有些人通过遵循**道**的原则找到内心的平静。

He bought a replica dao to hang on his wall as a decoration.

他买了一把仿制的**刀**挂在墙上做装饰。

If you want to understand Chinese traditions, learning about the dao is a good place to start.

如果你想了解中国传统，学习**道**是一个很好的起点。