瓟 (bó) - A type of gourd or melon & also refers to a type of ladle made
瓟 · bó
A type of gourd or melon;
also refers to a type of ladle made from a gourd.
A type of gourd or melonalso refers to a type of ladle made
Usage highlights
gourd ladlegourd vesselgourd plantgourd vinedried gourd
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The gourd ladle (瓟勺) was used in ancient times.
- He cultivated various gourds (瓟类植物).
- The vessel was made from a dried gourd (瓟器).
Collocations
- gourd ladle(瓟勺)
- gourd vessel(瓟器)
- gourd plant(瓟类植物)
- gourd vine(瓟藤)
- dried gourd(干瓟)
Cultural background
FAQ- Historically used as containers and utensils due to the natural hollow shape of gourds.
- Gourds have symbolic meaning in Chinese culture, representing longevity and good fortune.