(féng) - To support with both hands & to present or offer respectfully

Tone 2

féng | 10 strokes | radical:

· féng

To support with both hands;

to present or offer respectfully;

to carry or lift up.

To support with both handsto present or offer respectfullyto carry or lift up.

Usage highlights

Present with both handsRespectfully offerCarefully carryLift up togetherSupport from belowOffer tribute

Synonyms

  • to hold or carry in both hands
  • to present or submit
  • to offer or dedicate

Antonyms

  • to throw or discard
  • to abandon or forsake

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He presented the gift with both hands (双手捀上).
  • She carefully carried the fragile vase (小心捀着花瓶).
  • The servant respectfully offered the document (恭敬地捀上文书).

Collocations

  • Present with both hands(双手捀上)
  • Respectfully offer(恭敬捀呈)
  • Carefully carry(小心捀持)
  • Lift up together(共同捀起)
  • Support from below(从下捀托)
  • Offer tribute(捀献贡品)

Idioms

  • Present with reverence(恭敬捀上)
  • Carry with utmost care(小心翼翼捀持)
  • Offer tribute respectfully(恭敬捀献)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Represents the traditional Chinese etiquette of using both hands when presenting or receiving items as a sign of respect.
  • Reflects the cultural value placed on proper decorum and respectful behavior in social interactions.
  • Often used in formal or ceremonial contexts where proper etiquette is emphasized.

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