(suō) - Straw raincoat — a traditional waterproof garment made

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Straw raincoat — a traditional waterproof garment made from woven straw, reeds, or palm leaves, used as protection against rain.

Straw raincoat — a traditional waterproof garment made

Usage highlights

Straw raincoatPalm bark raincoatBamboo hat and straw raincoatWoven raincoatRaincoat and bamboo hatStraw raincoat and coir raincoat

Synonyms

  • 蓑衣straw raincoat (more common term)
  • 雨衣raincoat (general term)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The fisherman wore a straw raincoat (蓑衣) in the rain.
  • Ancient Chinese farmers used raincoats made of palm bark (棕蓑).
  • This painting depicts a man in a bamboo hat and straw raincoat (笠蓑).

Collocations

  • Straw raincoat(蓑衣)
  • Palm bark raincoat(棕蓑)
  • Bamboo hat and straw raincoat(笠蓑)
  • Woven raincoat(织蓑)
  • Raincoat and bamboo hat(蓑笠)
  • Straw raincoat and coir raincoat(蓑棕)

Idioms

  • Raincoat and bamboo hat, fishing alone in the cold river(蓑笠扁舟)
  • Wearing straw raincoat in the rain(雨蓑烟笠)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally made from natural materials like straw, reeds, or palm bark as waterproof clothing.
  • Commonly used by farmers, fishermen, and travelers in ancient China before modern raincoats.
  • Often appears in classical Chinese poetry and paintings depicting rural or fishing scenes.
  • Symbolizes simplicity, rustic life, and connection with nature in traditional culture.

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