辔 (pèi) - Reins — the bridle and reins used to

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Reins — the bridle and reins used to control a horse or other draft animal.

Reins — the bridle and reins used to

Usage highlights

Hold the reinsTake up the reinsDrop the reinsReins and bridleControl the reinsHorse and reins

Synonyms

  • 缰— rein, tether
  • 勒— bridle, curb

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The rider held the reins tightly (紧握缰辔).
  • He skillfully controlled the horse with the reins (执辔).
  • The carriage driver took up the reins (揽辔).

Collocations

  • Hold the reins(执辔)
  • Take up the reins(揽辔)
  • Drop the reins(丢辔)
  • Reins and bridle(鞍辔)
  • Control the reins(控辔)
  • Horse and reins(马辔)

Idioms

  • Take up the reins and set off(揽辔登程)
  • Take up the reins with a clear purpose(揽辔澄清)
  • Hold the reins and look afar(执辔徐行)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • An essential tool in ancient Chinese transportation and warfare for controlling horse-drawn chariots and cavalry.
  • Symbolizes control, guidance, and direction, often used metaphorically in literature.
  • Associated with nobility, skill, and authority in historical contexts involving charioteering and horsemanship.

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