Meanings of 缀
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AI Study Notes for 缀
缝 (féng) - use 缀 (chuò) when emphasizing the act of stitching together components, while 缝 (féng) is more focused on sewing fabric or materials.
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 缀 (chuò); mispronunciation may lead to confusion with similar-sounding words. This character is predominantly used in formal contexts, especially in literature or craftsmanship.
Although 缀 is not part of the official HSK curriculum, it relates to basic HSK vocabulary regarding actions and processes. Students should focus on recognizing its meaning in context, especially in compound words.
Learners often confuse 缀 with 辍 (chuò), which means to stop or suspend. Ensure you use 缀 when talking about sewing or connecting, not when referring to stopping something.
Pronunciation of 缀
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Etymology of 缀
To bind 叕 by thread 纟; 叕 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 缀
- 1The giveawayTo bind 叕 by thread 纟; 叕 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say to sew in Chinese
“to sew” in Chinese is缀
The character 缀 (chuò) primarily means 'to sew' or 'to stitch together,' and can also refer to the act of connecting or combining elements, like words in a sentence. It is commonly used in contexts involving crafting or composition, reflecting a sense of bringing things together cohesively.
When to use 缀
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 缀 (chuò); mispronunciation may lead to confusion with similar-sounding words. This character is predominantly used in formal contexts, especially in literature or craftsmanship.
缀 or something close to it
缝 (féng) - use 缀 (chuò) when emphasizing the act of stitching together components, while 缝 (féng) is more focused on sewing fabric or materials.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 缀 with 辍 (chuò), which means to stop or suspend. Ensure you use 缀 when talking about sewing or connecting, not when referring to stopping something.
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Grammar Patterns of 缀
缀 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 9 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Complete the Sentence
用玫瑰花形的掼奶油和新鲜的水果作配菜点____盘子。
Garnish the plate with whipped cream rosettes and fresh fruits.
Example Sentences for 缀 (9)
Word Family of 缀
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Frequently Asked Questions about 缀
Synonyms include 结合 (jié hé) which means to combine or join, and 连接 (lián jiē) which means to connect.
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