紉 (rèn) - To thread (a needle) & to sew
紉 · rèn
To thread (a needle);
to sew;
to stitch;
to mend;
to string together;
used figuratively to mean deeply grateful.
To thread (a needle)to sewto stitch
Usage highlights
Thread a needleSewing and mendingDeeply gratefulStringing pearlsSewing threadSewing machine
Usage & contexts
Examples
- She threaded the needle (紉針).
- This requires careful mending (縫紉).
- I am deeply grateful for your kindness (感紉).
- He strung pearls into a necklace (紉佩).
Collocations
- Thread a needle(紉針)
- Sewing and mending(縫紉)
- Deeply grateful(感紉)
- Stringing pearls(紉佩)
- Sewing thread(紉線)
- Sewing machine(縫紉機)
Idioms
- Deeply grateful for your kindness(感紉厚意)
- To sew and mend diligently(紉綴不輟)
- To string together pearls and jades(紉佩珠玉)
Cultural background
FAQ- 紉 reflects traditional values of craftsmanship and domestic skill, particularly in sewing and textile work.
- In classical literature, 紉 is used metaphorically to express gratitude, as in 'stringing together' feelings of thankfulness.
- The character appears in poetic contexts describing the meticulous work of sewing or assembling precious items.