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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
纴rènto lay warp, to weave; to stitch, to sewx, 7 strokes, radical 纟
纴rènto lay warp for weavingunknown, 7 strokes, radical 纟
纴rènsilk thread for weavingunknown, 7 strokes, radical 纟
纴rènthreadunknown, 7 strokes, radical 纟
rèn(ren4)ren T4
  1. 1to lay warp, to weave; to stitch, to sew
  2. 2to lay warp for weaving
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March 24, 2026

纴(紝)rèn(ren4)

The character 纴 (rèn) primarily refers to the actions of laying warp threads or weaving fabric. It is commonly used in contexts related to textiles, sewing, and crafting, emphasizing the intricate nature of fabric creation and manipulation. The character can also imply a connection to the craftsmanship involved in traditional fabric arts.

Strokes7Radical纟
Cultural note

纴 connects to China's rich textile history, where weaving was not only a practical skill but also an art form celebrated in various cultural traditions, including the creation of silk, one of China's most famous exports.

Memory tip

Imagine a skilled weaver, sitting at a loom, threading silk through the warp. The character 纴 can be visualized as the threads themselves (the top part resembles strands of silk) intertwined, representing the art of weaving and stitching. The pronunciation 'rèn' sounds like 'run', as in running the thread through the needle.

Meanings of 纴

rèn(ren4)
1to lay warp, to weave; to stitch, to sew
2to lay warp for weaving
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About 纴

纴Simplified
紝Traditional
7Strokes
纟Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 纴 with similar characters like 紉 (rèn) or 纫 (rèn), which can lead to misunderstandings in context. It is typically used in formal settings related to textile arts, so be cautious of its usage in casual conversation. Common collocations include 纴丝 (to weave silk) and 纴线 (to stitch thread).

HSK Study Tips

While 纴 is not included in the HSK levels, studying it can enhance your understanding of textile-related vocabulary. Focus on its connection to other characters related to weaving and fabric, such as 织 (zhī - to weave) and 缝 (féng - to sew).

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 纴 with 紉, mistakenly using them interchangeably in contexts. For example, saying '我在纴衣服' (I am sewing clothes) is incorrect if they meant to say 'I am sewing' should use 紉 instead.

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Etymology of 纴

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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thread

Semantic (meaning)纟
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Phonetic (sound)壬
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Origin

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Decomposition of 纴

IDS Structure⿰纟壬
纴Full character
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纟si1
left
壬ren2
right
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How to say to lay warp, to weave; to stitch, to sew in Chinese

“to lay warp, to weave; to stitch, to sew” in Chinese is纴rèn

The character 纴 (rèn) primarily refers to the actions of laying warp threads or weaving fabric. It is commonly used in contexts related to textiles, sewing, and crafting, emphasizing the intricate nature of fabric creation and manipulation. The character can also imply a connection to the craftsmanship involved in traditional fabric arts.

When to use 纴

Learners often confuse 纴 with similar characters like 紉 (rèn) or 纫 (rèn), which can lead to misunderstandings in context. It is typically used in formal settings related to textile arts, so be cautious of its usage in casual conversation. Common collocations include 纴丝 (to weave silk) and 纴线 (to stitch thread).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 纴 with 紉, mistakenly using them interchangeably in contexts. For example, saying '我在纴衣服' (I am sewing clothes) is incorrect if they meant to say 'I am sewing' should use 紉 instead.

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Word Family of 纴

Words containing this character1
纴rènto weave紝

Frequently Asked Questions about 纴

In everyday language, 纴 is primarily used in contexts related to weaving and sewing, often referring to the act of laying threads for fabric.

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