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刺繡 (cìxiù) — use 繡 (xiù) when referring to general embroidery, while 刺繡 (cìxiù) specifically denotes 'embroidery' that involves a needle and thread technique of stitching designs onto fabric.
Be careful not to confuse 繡 (xiù) with other similar-sounding characters, such as 秀 (xiù), which means 'elegant' or 'to show off.' This word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about traditional arts. Common collocations include '繡花' (xiù huā) meaning 'to embroider flowers'.
Although 繡 is not included in HSK vocabulary lists, it is relevant for students interested in cultural topics or traditional arts. Focus on understanding its usage in phrases related to clothing and decorations, as well as its connection to Chinese craftsmanship.
Learners often mix up 繡 (xiù) with 秀 (xiù). For example, saying '我喜欢秀衣服' (I like elegant clothes) instead of '我喜欢繡衣服' (I like embroidered clothes) can lead to misunderstandings.
Pronunciation of 繡
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Etymology of 繡
Phonosemantic compound. 纟 represents the meaning and 秀 represents the sound. Simplified form of 繡.
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Case file: 繡
Phonosemantic compound. 纟 represents the meaning and 秀 represents the sound. Simplified form of 繡.
- 1The meaning half糹 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half肅 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaysilk
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to embroider; embroidery; ornament in Chinese
“to embroider; embroidery; ornament” in Chinese is繡
The character 繡 (xiù) means 'to embroider' or refers to 'embroidery' itself. It is commonly used in contexts related to decorative needlework, often seen in traditional Chinese crafts and clothing. The term can also imply ornamentation or beautifying an item through stitching.
When to use 繡
Be careful not to confuse 繡 (xiù) with other similar-sounding characters, such as 秀 (xiù), which means 'elegant' or 'to show off.' This word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in discussions about traditional arts. Common collocations include '繡花' (xiù huā) meaning 'to embroider flowers'.
繡 or something close to it
刺繡 (cìxiù) — use 繡 (xiù) when referring to general embroidery, while 刺繡 (cìxiù) specifically denotes 'embroidery' that involves a needle and thread technique of stitching designs onto fabric.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 繡 (xiù) with 秀 (xiù). For example, saying '我喜欢秀衣服' (I like elegant clothes) instead of '我喜欢繡衣服' (I like embroidered clothes) can lead to misunderstandings.
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Word Family of 繡
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Frequently Asked Questions about 繡
The pronunciation is 'xiù', with a falling tone on the 'xiu'.
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