艥 (jí) - Oar, paddle — a tool used for rowing

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Oar, paddle — a tool used for rowing or propelling boats through water.

Oar, paddle — a tool used for rowing

Usage highlights

Wooden oarRowing oarBoat paddleSingle oarOar bladeOar handle

Synonyms

  • 桨— oar, paddle (more common modern term)
  • 橹— scull, sweep (larger oar)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He rowed the boat with a single oar (用一支艥划船).
  • The paddle sliced through the calm water (艥划破平静的水面).
  • Traditional wooden oars are still used (传统的木艥仍在使用).

Collocations

  • Wooden oar(木艥)
  • Rowing oar(划艥)
  • Boat paddle(船艥)
  • Single oar(单艥)
  • Oar blade(艥叶)
  • Oar handle(艥柄)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Represents traditional boat propulsion methods before motorization.
  • Associated with fishing, transportation, and maritime activities in Chinese history.

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