紮 (zā) - To tie & to bind

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zā ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

悦丈

紮 · zā

To tie;

to bind;

to fasten;

to pitch (a tent);

to bundle;

to wrap;

also refers to a bundle or packet.

To tieto bindto fasten

Usage highlights

Tie upPitch campBundleTie tightlyAnchorWrap a wound

Synonyms

  • 绑— to tie; to bind
  • 捆— to bundle; to tie up
  • 系— to fasten; to tie

Antonyms

  • 解— to untie; to loosen
  • 松— to loosen; to relax

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • Tie up the luggage (紮行李).
  • Pitch a tent (紮营).
  • Bundle of firewood (紮柴).
  • Wrap a wound (紮伤口).

Collocations

  • Tie up(紮起)
  • Pitch camp(紮营)
  • Bundle(紮束)
  • Tie tightly(紮紧)
  • Anchor(紮根)
  • Wrap a wound(紮伤口)

Idioms

  • To settle down and take root(安营紮寨)
  • To tie up and imprison(捆紮捆绑)
  • To tie up hair in a bun(束髮紮髻)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally depicted tying or binding actions, related to practical daily life and military activities.
  • Used in contexts of camping, bundling goods, and securing items, reflecting organizational and preparatory aspects.
  • In naming, can imply stability, preparation, or being well-organized.

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