Meanings of 縻
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Be cautious not to confuse 縻 with similar-looking characters, as they may have different pronunciations or meanings. This character is more formal and is often used in literary or historical contexts rather than everyday conversation.
Although 縻 is not included in HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other characters related to binding and control, like 系 (xì, to tie). Students should focus on recognizing its structure and usage in more complex texts.
Learners often confuse 縻 with the character 系 (xì), which also means to tie but is more commonly used. For instance, using 縻 in place of 系 in a sentence about tying shoes would be incorrect.
Pronunciation of 縻
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Etymology of 縻
thread
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Case file: 縻
- 1The meaning half糸 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half麻 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaythread
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say harness, halter; to tie up in Chinese
“harness, halter; to tie up” in Chinese is縻
The character 縻 (mí) primarily means 'to harness' or 'to tie up,' often in the context of restraining a horse or an animal. It can also imply binding something tightly, either physically or metaphorically, and is used in various contexts involving control or limitation.
When to use 縻
Be cautious not to confuse 縻 with similar-looking characters, as they may have different pronunciations or meanings. This character is more formal and is often used in literary or historical contexts rather than everyday conversation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 縻 with the character 系 (xì), which also means to tie but is more commonly used. For instance, using 縻 in place of 系 in a sentence about tying shoes would be incorrect.
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The pronunciation is mí, with a rising tone.
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