TAO | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

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Word: Tao

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

Chinese, literally ‘(right) way’

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: taʊ
Dialects: British English
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈtɑːəʊ
Dialects: British English
Definition:

(in Chinese philosophy) the absolute principle underlying the universe, combining within itself the principles of yin and yang and signifying the way, or code of behaviour, that is in harmony with the natural order. The interpretation of Tao in the Tao-te-Ching developed into the philosophical religion of Taoism.

Short Definition:

(in Chinese philosophy) absolute principle underlying universe

Variant Forms:
  • Dao

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