太极拳

• 拼音: tài jí quán
• 汉字拆解: 太 = 大 + 丶; 极 = 木 + 及; 拳 = 龹 + 手 (fist)

含义

Tai chi (martial art); Taijiquan. A Chinese internal martial art known for slow, flowing movements.

A martial art characterized by slow, deliberate movements emphasizing balance, breathing, and mental focus. Widely practiced for health benefits, especially by older adults. Recognized as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage.

例句

1. 我奶奶坚持练太极拳二十年了，身体一直很硬朗。
2. 太极拳讲究以柔克刚，四两拨千斤。
3. 公园里教太极拳的师傅已经八十多岁了，动作还是那么标准。

用法指南

语境: martial arts, health, culture

语气: respectful

正确说法

• 你打的是哪一派的太极拳？(Which style of tai chi do you practice?)
• 太极拳能修身养性。(Tai chi cultivates both body and mind.)

错误说法

• 说太极拳是'慢动作运动' (While movements are slow, calling it 'slow-motion exercise' trivializes its martial and philosophical depth)

起源与历史

太极 refers to the philosophical concept, 拳 means fist or martial art. Together: the martial art based on tai chi principles.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal