矏 (mián) - Minute, fine, subtle & refers to something extremely small or detailed, often

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矏 · mián

Minute, fine, subtle;

refers to something extremely small or detailed, often used in classical texts to describe fine craftsmanship or subtle differences.

Minute, fine, subtlerefers to something extremely small or detailed, often

Usage highlights

Minute detailsSubtle differencesFine craftsmanshipExtremely smallMeticulous examinationSubtle essence

Synonyms

  • 细— fine, thin, delicate
  • 微— tiny, minute, subtle
  • 精— refined, precise, exquisite

Antonyms

  • 粗— coarse, rough, crude
  • 大— big, large, gross

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The artisan's work was extremely fine (匠作矏细).
  • He examined the details with minute precision (考究矏微).
  • The subtle differences were hard to detect (差异矏眇).

Collocations

  • Minute details(矏细)
  • Subtle differences(矏眇)
  • Fine craftsmanship(矏工)
  • Extremely small(矏微)
  • Meticulous examination(矏察)
  • Subtle essence(矏精)

Idioms

  • Extremely fine and detailed(矏细入微)
  • Subtle and profound(矏眇深远)
  • Meticulous to the smallest detail(矏察秋毫)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing fine craftsmanship and subtle distinctions.
  • Used in contexts requiring precision and attention to minute details.
  • Reflects traditional appreciation for meticulous work and subtle qualities.

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