Meanings of 铗
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铗 (jiá) vs 钳 (qián) — use 铗 for tools like tongs specifically, while 钳 refers to pliers or similar tools.
Be careful not to confuse 铗 with similar characters like 钳 (qián), which also refers to tongs but in a different context. This word is more commonly used in informal settings, especially when discussing tools; in formal writing, you might encounter the word for weaponry more often.
While not part of HSK, understanding 铗 can enhance your vocabulary related to tools and weapons. Focus on its components, as knowing the radical can help you decipher related terms in both everyday and specialized contexts.
Learners often confuse 铗 with other similar-sounding words. For instance, saying '我用铗切水果' (I use tongs to cut fruit) is incorrect; instead, it should be '我用刀切水果' (I use a knife to cut fruit).
Pronunciation of 铗
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Etymology of 铗
Metal 钅 used to grasp 夹 items; 夹 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 铗
- 1The giveawayMetal 钅 used to grasp 夹 items; 夹 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say tongs, pincers; dagger, sword in Chinese
“tongs, pincers; dagger, sword” in Chinese is铗
The character 铗 (jiá) primarily refers to tools such as tongs or pincers, often used in a kitchen or for handling hot objects. It can also denote a type of weapon like a dagger or sword, emphasizing its dual usage in both practical and martial contexts.
When to use 铗
Be careful not to confuse 铗 with similar characters like 钳 (qián), which also refers to tongs but in a different context. This word is more commonly used in informal settings, especially when discussing tools; in formal writing, you might encounter the word for weaponry more often.
铗 or something close to it
铗 (jiá) vs 钳 (qián) — use 铗 for tools like tongs specifically, while 钳 refers to pliers or similar tools.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 铗 with other similar-sounding words. For instance, saying '我用铗切水果' (I use tongs to cut fruit) is incorrect; instead, it should be '我用刀切水果' (I use a knife to cut fruit).
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Word Family of 铗
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Frequently Asked Questions about 铗
Some synonyms include 钳 (qián) for tongs or pliers, and 刀 (dāo) for knife, depending on the context.
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