紋 (wén) - Pattern, design, line, vein & refers to decorative patterns, textures, or lines on

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wén ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

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紋 · wén

Pattern, design, line, vein;

refers to decorative patterns, textures, or lines on surfaces;

also refers to wrinkles.

Pattern, design, line, veinrefers to decorative patterns, textures, or lines onalso refers to wrinkles.

Usage highlights

PatternWrinkleWood grainFingerprintVein patternDecorative pattern

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 素— Plain, undecorated

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The fabric has a beautiful pattern (花纹).
  • She has wrinkles on her forehead (皱纹).
  • The wood grain is very clear (木纹).
  • The fingerprint pattern is unique (指纹).

Collocations

  • Pattern(花纹)
  • Wrinkle(皱纹)
  • Wood grain(木纹)
  • Fingerprint(指纹)
  • Vein pattern(纹理)
  • Decorative pattern(纹饰)

Idioms

  • As still as dead water(纹风不动)
  • Smooth and steady(平波缓进)
  • Intricate and complicated(纹丝不乱)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, patterns and designs often carry symbolic meanings and aesthetic values.
  • 纹 is commonly used in textiles, art, and nature to describe intricate designs and textures.
  • The character is associated with craftsmanship and attention to detail in traditional arts.

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