挳 (kēng) - To pull, to stretch & to support

挳Tone 1

kēng ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

俊梁

挳 · kēng

To pull, to stretch;

to support;

to resist;

also used in names.

To pull, to stretchto supportto resist

Usage highlights

Pull tightStretch outSupport firmlyResist forceTaut line

Synonyms

  • 拉— to pull
  • 扯— to pull, to tear
  • 撑— to support, to prop up

Antonyms

  • 推— to push
  • 压— to press down

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He pulled the rope taut (挳绳子).
  • The structure needs support (需要挳住).
  • She resisted the pressure (挳住压力).

Collocations

  • Pull tight(挳紧)
  • Stretch out(挳开)
  • Support firmly(挳住)
  • Resist force(挳力)
  • Taut line(挳线)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A relatively rare character in modern usage, primarily found in specific dialects or technical contexts.
  • The character combines the hand radical (扌) with the phonetic component 巠, suggesting actions performed with the hands.

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