褃 (kèn) - The seam where two pieces of fabric are & a seam line.

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kèn ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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褃 · kèn

The seam where two pieces of fabric are joined, especially in clothing;

a seam line.

The seam where two pieces of fabric area seam line.

Usage highlights

Seam lineSeam allowanceTight seamLoose seamSeam openingSew a seam

Synonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The tailor is sewing the seam (褃缝).
  • This seam is too tight (褃太紧).
  • The seam of the pants came undone (裤子的褃开了).

Collocations

  • Seam line(褃缝)
  • Seam allowance(褃边)
  • Tight seam(褃紧)
  • Loose seam(褃松)
  • Seam opening(褃开了)
  • Sew a seam(缝褃)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily used in tailoring and clothing manufacturing contexts.
  • Represents technical craftsmanship in traditional Chinese garment making.

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