挎 (kuà) - To carry over the arm, on the shoulder, & to hold under the arm.

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kuà ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical: 扌

俊梁

挎 · kuà

To carry over the arm, on the shoulder, or at the side;

to hold under the arm.

To carry over the arm, on the shoulder,to hold under the arm.

Usage highlights

Carry over the armShoulder bagCarry a basketHold under the armSling across the shoulderPistol holster

Synonyms

  • 提— to carry in hand
  • 背— to carry on back
  • 扛— to carry on shoulder

Antonyms

  • 放— to put down
  • 卸— to unload

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • She carried a basket over her arm (挎着篮子).
  • He wore a bag slung across his shoulder (挎着包).
  • The soldier carried a rifle (挎着枪).
  • She held a purse under her arm (挎着手提包).

Collocations

  • Carry over the arm(挎着)
  • Shoulder bag(挎包)
  • Carry a basket(挎篮子)
  • Hold under the arm(胳膊下挎着)
  • Sling across the shoulder(肩上挎着)
  • Pistol holster(枪挎)

Idioms

  • Carry a sword and ride a horse(挎剑骑马)
  • Carrying a basket on the arm(挎篮提筐)
  • Armed and ready(挎枪持械)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character depicts the action of carrying objects using hands and arms, reflecting practical daily activities.
  • Commonly used in descriptions of carrying personal items, military equipment, or agricultural tools in traditional contexts.

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