松 (sōng) - pine tree & loose, relaxed

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sōng ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 木

树檀

松 · sōng

pine tree;

loose, relaxed;

to loosen, to relax

pine treeloose, relaxedto loosen, to relax

Usage highlights

pine treeto relaxloosepine nutpine needleloosen

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The pine tree (松树) stands tall in winter.
  • Please loosen the screw (松螺丝).
  • He looks very relaxed (放松).
  • Pine nuts (松子) are edible seeds.

Collocations

  • pine tree(松树)
  • to relax(放松)
  • loose(松散)
  • pine nut(松子)
  • pine needle(松针)
  • loosen(松开)

Idioms

  • The guest takes the place of the host(反客为主)
  • Loose inside but tight outside(外紧内松)
  • Pine and cypress endure the cold(松柏后凋)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, the pine tree symbolizes longevity, resilience, and steadfastness due to its evergreen nature.
  • The character is also used in the concept of 'relaxation' and 'loosening', representing a state of ease.
  • Pine trees are often associated with scholars and hermits in classical Chinese poetry and painting.

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