縚 (tāo) - Silk ribbon & silk cord

縚Tone 1

tāo ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

檀婷

縚 · tāo

Silk ribbon;

silk cord;

a type of decorative silk braid used in traditional clothing and accessories.

Silk ribbonsilk corda type of decorative silk braid used in

Usage highlights

Silk ribbonSilk cordDecorative braidJade pendant cordRibbon ornamentBelt cord

Synonyms

  • 绦— silk ribbon; braid (simplified/common variant)
  • 带— belt; ribbon; strap
  • 绳— rope; cord

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The ancient robe was adorned with a silk ribbon (縚带).
  • She tied her hair with a decorative silk cord (丝縚).
  • The ceremonial costume featured intricate silk braids (锦縚).
  • He used a silk cord to secure the scroll (用縚系住卷轴).

Collocations

  • Silk ribbon(縚带)
  • Silk cord(丝縚)
  • Decorative braid(锦縚)
  • Jade pendant cord(玉縚)
  • Ribbon ornament(縚饰)
  • Belt cord(腰带縚)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally used in Chinese clothing as decorative elements on robes, belts, and accessories.
  • Often associated with ceremonial dress and official garments in historical contexts.
  • Used to secure jade pendants and other ornamental items in traditional attire.

FAQ