Common Meanings
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táo陶
objects made of fired clay, such as pottery or ceramics
她喜欢收集各种陶瓷。
She enjoys collecting various types of ceramics.
To mold, cultivate, or refine (e.g., character, temperament); to make pottery.
艺术可以陶冶人的情操。
Art can cultivate one's character and sentiments.
To educate, cultivate, or subtly influence, often in a positive and gradual way.
她从小在艺术的熏陶下长大。
She grew up under the influence of art since childhood.
Joyful; to make happy; to be immersed or enchanted by something, leading to a state of happiness or intoxication.
他完全陶醉在大自然的美景中，感到无比放松。
He was completely enchanted by the beautiful scenery of nature, feeling immensely relaxed.
To wash or rinse, often referring to grains like rice, similar to 'táo' (淘).
他正在陶米，准备做饭
He is washing the rice, preparing to cook.