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丝 (sī) - use 縷 (lǚ) when emphasizing detailed or precise strands, while丝 (sī) refers more generally to silk or threads without the same nuance.
Be cautious not to confuse 縷 with similar characters like 录 (lù), which means 'to record.' 縷 is typically used in more formal settings when discussing details or strands in writing and conversation. Common collocations include 縷述 (lǚshù - to narrate in detail).
Though 縷 is not included in HSK levels, it connects well with other characters describing details or precision, such as 精 (jīng - fine). Focus on using it in appropriate contexts to describe intricate details or threads.
Learners often confuse 縷 with 线 (xiàn), which also means 'line' or 'thread.' Remember, 縷 emphasizes detail while 线 is more about the physical line itself. For example, saying '我需要一根縷' instead of '我需要一根线' is incorrect.
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Etymology of 縷
Phonosemantic compound. 纟 represents the meaning and 娄 represents the sound. Simplified form of 縷.
thread
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Phonosemantic compound. 纟 represents the meaning and 娄 represents the sound. Simplified form of 縷.
- 1The meaning half糹 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half婁 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaythread
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say strand, thread; detailed, precise in Chinese
“strand, thread; detailed, precise” in Chinese is縷
The character 縷 (lǚ) refers to a strand or thread, often used to describe something that is detailed or precise. It can be used in contexts such as textiles, descriptions of intricate details, or when emphasizing thoroughness in communication.
When to use 縷
Be cautious not to confuse 縷 with similar characters like 录 (lù), which means 'to record.' 縷 is typically used in more formal settings when discussing details or strands in writing and conversation. Common collocations include 縷述 (lǚshù - to narrate in detail).
縷 or something close to it
丝 (sī) - use 縷 (lǚ) when emphasizing detailed or precise strands, while丝 (sī) refers more generally to silk or threads without the same nuance.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 縷 with 线 (xiàn), which also means 'line' or 'thread.' Remember, 縷 emphasizes detail while 线 is more about the physical line itself. For example, saying '我需要一根縷' instead of '我需要一根线' is incorrect.
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Word Family of 縷
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Frequently Asked Questions about 縷
It is pronounced lǚ, with a rising tone.
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