籡 (qiè) - A Japanese kokuji (character created in Japan) used
籡 · qiè
A Japanese kokuji (character created in Japan) used in the word 'kashiki' (籡), which refers to a tool used in weaving to separate threads or a reed in a loom.
A Japanese kokuji (character created in Japan) used
Usage highlights
weaving toolloom reedthread separatortextile implementtraditional kashiki
Usage & contexts
Examples
- The weaver used a kashiki (籡) to separate the threads.
- This traditional loom tool (籡) helps maintain even spacing.
- In Japanese textile crafts, the kashiki (籡) is essential for weaving.
Collocations
- weaving tool(織り籡)
- loom reed(機の籡)
- thread separator(糸分け籡)
- textile implement(織物用具の籡)
- traditional kashiki(伝統的な籡)
Cultural background
FAQ- 籡 is a Japanese-made character (kokuji) not found in standard Chinese character sets.
- Primarily used in the context of traditional Japanese weaving and textile crafts.
- Reflects Japan's tradition of creating characters for native concepts and tools.