纱 (shā) - Gauze & yarn

纱Tone 1

shā ｜ 7 strokes ｜ radical: 纟

三姗

纱 · shā

Gauze;

yarn;

light, thin fabric;

sheer textile.

Gauzeyarnlight, thin fabric

Usage highlights

Gauze curtainCotton yarnSpun yarnGauze fabricSheer fabricMosquito net

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The window has a gauze curtain (纱帘).
  • She bought cotton yarn (棉纱) for knitting.
  • This dress is made of sheer fabric (纱料).
  • Mosquito netting (蚊帐纱) keeps insects away.

Collocations

  • Gauze curtain(纱帘)
  • Cotton yarn(棉纱)
  • Spun yarn(纺纱)
  • Gauze fabric(纱布)
  • Sheer fabric(纱料)
  • Mosquito net(纱窗)

Idioms

  • Like smoke and mist(烟纱雾罩)
  • Gauze tent and silk curtain(纱帏锦帐)
  • Gauze lamp and ancient Buddha(纱灯古佛)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically associated with silk production and textile craftsmanship in China.
  • Used in traditional Chinese clothing, particularly in summer garments for breathability.
  • Represents delicacy and refinement in material culture.

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