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This character is used mainly in technical contexts dealing with construction or metalwork. Be cautious about the tone; it is pronounced with a third tone (mǎo), which is often mispronounced as the second tone (máo). Collocations include '铆钉' (rivet) and '铆接' (to rivet together).
Although not part of the HSK vocabulary, learning 铆 can enhance your understanding of related terms in technical fields. Focus on the radicals and their meanings as they often appear in similar contexts.
Learners often confuse 铆 (mǎo) with the similar sounding word 毛 (máo), which means 'hair' or 'fur.' Remember that 铆 specifically relates to fastening. A wrong example would be saying '我需要毛来固定这个' (I need hair to fix this), instead use '我需要铆来固定这个' (I need rivets to fix this).
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Etymology of 铆
metal
Origin
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Decomposition of 铆
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How to say rivet in Chinese
“rivet” in Chinese is铆
The character 铆 (mǎo) primarily refers to a 'rivet'—a metal pin used to fasten materials together securely. It can also mean 'to fasten with rivets' in a more technical context, and informally, it can imply 'to exert one's strength' in an effortful manner.
When to use 铆
This character is used mainly in technical contexts dealing with construction or metalwork. Be cautious about the tone; it is pronounced with a third tone (mǎo), which is often mispronounced as the second tone (máo). Collocations include '铆钉' (rivet) and '铆接' (to rivet together).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 铆 (mǎo) with the similar sounding word 毛 (máo), which means 'hair' or 'fur.' Remember that 铆 specifically relates to fastening. A wrong example would be saying '我需要毛来固定这个' (I need hair to fix this), instead use '我需要铆来固定这个' (I need rivets to fix this).
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Grammar patterns of 铆
铆 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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请把那____钉铆直.
Straighten the rivets, please.
Example sentences for 铆 (2)
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Word Family of 铆
Words with 铆
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Frequently asked questions about 铆
You might say '这两个金属板需要铆在一起' (These two metal sheets need to be riveted together).
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