紷 (líng) - Silk tassel & fringe

紷Tone 2

líng ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

林伦

紷 · líng

Silk tassel;

fringe;

decorative silk cord or tassel used as ornamentation.

Silk tasselfringedecorative silk cord or tassel used as ornamentation.

Usage highlights

Silk tasselDecorative fringeTassel ornamentLantern tasselCostume fringeOrnamental cord

Synonyms

  • 穗— tassel, fringe
  • 流苏— tassel, fringe decoration

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The silk tassel on the lantern swayed gently (灯笼上的紷丝轻轻摆动).
  • Traditional costumes often feature decorative fringes (传统服装常有装饰性的紷).
  • She admired the intricate tassel work (她欣赏精美的紷饰工艺).

Collocations

  • Silk tassel(丝紷)
  • Decorative fringe(装饰紷)
  • Tassel ornament(紷饰)
  • Lantern tassel(灯笼紷)
  • Costume fringe(服饰紷)
  • Ornamental cord(装饰用紷)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally used in Chinese decorative arts, particularly on lanterns, costumes, and ceremonial objects.
  • Represents fine craftsmanship and attention to detail in traditional Chinese ornamentation.

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