輈 (zhōu) - Shaft of a carriage & specifically the curved pole connecting the carriage body

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zhōu ｜ 13 strokes ｜ radical:

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輈 · zhōu

Shaft of a carriage;

specifically the curved pole connecting the carriage body to the yoke in ancient Chinese chariots.

Shaft of a carriagespecifically the curved pole connecting the carriage body

Usage highlights

Chariot shaftCarriage poleBroken shaftCurved poleYoke and shaft

Synonyms

  • 辕— shaft, pole (of a carriage)
  • 轴— axle, shaft

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The chariot shaft (车輈) was made of strong wood.
  • Ancient texts describe the construction of carriage shafts (輈).
  • He repaired the broken chariot pole (輈).

Collocations

  • Chariot shaft(车輈)
  • Carriage pole(輈木)
  • Broken shaft(断輈)
  • Curved pole(曲輈)
  • Yoke and shaft(衡輈)

Idioms

  • Like an arrow fitted to its bowstring(如箭在輈)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Important component in ancient Chinese chariots, crucial for transportation and warfare.
  • Appears in classical texts describing vehicle construction and mechanics.
  • Reflects ancient Chinese craftsmanship in woodworking and vehicle design.

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