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缝 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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缝
féng
to sew
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
féng
to stitch
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
féng
seam
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
féng
crack
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
féng
narrow slit
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
féng
to sew, to mend
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
fèng
to sew
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
fèng
to stitch
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
fèng
seam
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
fèng
crack
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
fèng
narrow slit
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
缝
fèng
to sew, to mend
HSK 7, v, 13 strokes, radical 纟, rank #3241, Very Hard
féng(feng2)feng
primary
T2
1to sew
2to stitch
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March 24, 2026
缝(縫)féng(feng2)
The character 缝 (féng) primarily means 'to sew' or 'to stitch.' It is commonly used in contexts involving textiles, such as mending clothes or creating seams. The word can also refer to narrow splits or cracks, conveying a sense of joining or repairing.
Strokes13Radical纟Frequency#3241DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, sewing and mending are traditional skills often passed down through generations, symbolizing care and the value of clothing. The practice of mending clothes reflects a cultural attitude towards sustainability and resourcefulness.
Memory tip
Imagine a seamstress with a needle and thread, stitching together fabric to create a beautiful garment. The character 缝 visually resembles a sewing needle passing through two pieces of fabric, connecting them, which helps you remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 缝
féng(feng2)
primary
1to sew
2to stitch
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 缝
缝Simplified
縫Traditional
13Strokes
纟Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#3241Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
缝 (féng) vs 织 (zhī) — use 缝 when referring to sewing or stitching together pieces, while 织 specifically means to weave fabric.
Usage Notes
A common mistake is to confuse 缝 with other sewing-related terms like 縫合 (fénghé), which means 'to stitch together.' It is used in both formal and informal contexts, so students should be aware of the context when using it. Pay attention to the pronunciation; the second tone in 'féng' can be tricky.
HSK Study Tips
Although 缝 is not included in the regular HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other HSK words related to clothing and textiles. Focus on practicing its use in sentences about sewing or repairing items to enhance retention.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 缝 with the character 縫 (also pronounced féng), which is an alternate form. For example, saying '我会縫衣服' instead of '我会缝衣服' is incorrect in modern usage; the correct character is 缝.
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缝 = 纟 + 逢. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 缝
IDS Structure⿰纟逢
缝Full character
=
纟si1
left
逢feng2
right
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Parts
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How to say to sew in Chinese
“to sew” in Chinese is缝féng
The character 缝 (féng) primarily means 'to sew' or 'to stitch.' It is commonly used in contexts involving textiles, such as mending clothes or creating seams. The word can also refer to narrow splits or cracks, conveying a sense of joining or repairing.
When to use 缝
A common mistake is to confuse 缝 with other sewing-related terms like 縫合 (fénghé), which means 'to stitch together.' It is used in both formal and informal contexts, so students should be aware of the context when using it. Pay attention to the pronunciation; the second tone in 'féng' can be tricky.
缝 or something close to it
缝 (féng) vs 织 (zhī) — use 缝 when referring to sewing or stitching together pieces, while 织 specifically means to weave fabric.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 缝 with the character 縫 (also pronounced féng), which is an alternate form. For example, saying '我会縫衣服' instead of '我会缝衣服' is incorrect in modern usage; the correct character is 缝.
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缝
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Grammar patterns of 缝
缝 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 6 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.
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据说帐篷的____合处快炸线了。
The camps are said to be bursting at the seams.
Example sentences for 缝 (10)
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1
据说帐篷的缝合处快炸线了。
jùshuō zhàngpeng de fénghé chǔ kuài zhá xiàn le。
The camps are said to be bursting at the seams.
2
鸟儿们紧贴在墙上，啄着砖缝。
niǎo ér men jǐn tiē zài qiáng shàng， zhuó zhe zhuān féng。
The birds cling to the wall and nibble at the brickwork.
3
这条被子有漂亮的荷叶饰边，而且绗缝活做得也很精致。
zhè tiáo bèizi yǒu piàoliang de hé xié shì biān， érqiě háng féng huó zuò de yě hěn jīngzhì。
The quilt has pretty, scalloped edges and intricate quilting.
4
在他头顶的天花板上有一道很深的裂缝。
zài tā tóudǐng de tiānhuābǎn shàng yǒu yídào hěn shēn de lièfèng。
There was a deep crack in the ceiling above him.
5
塑料面椅子的四角上有几道小裂缝。
sùliào miàn yǐzi de sì jiǎo shàng yǒu jǐ dào xiǎo lièfèng。
The plastic-covered seat has a few small splits around the corners.
6
他眨眼间就能缝补好。
tā zhǎyǎn jiān jiù néng féng bǔ hǎo。
He will sew it up in a trice.
7
阿蒙森医生将她手腕上的伤口缝好。
Ā mēng sēn yīshēng jiāng tā shǒuwàn shàng de shāngkǒu féng hǎo。
