* Di (dì): This is pronounced with a rising tone, like the word "tea" but with a higher pitch at the end.
* Di (dí): This is pronounced with a falling tone, like the word "dee" but with a lower pitch at the end.
To know which pronunciation is correct, you need more context. For example:
* "Di" as a word can mean "earth" or "ground" and is pronounced dì (rising tone).
* "Di" as part of a word can be pronounced dí (falling tone). For example, "dìfang" (地方) means "place" and is pronounced with a falling tone on the "di".
It's important to note that Chinese tones are crucial for understanding the meaning of words. Learning the correct pronunciation is essential for speaking and understanding Chinese.