鋔 (wǎn) - To pull & to draw

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wǎn ｜ 15 strokes ｜ radical:

婉万

鋔 · wǎn

To pull;

to draw;

to tug;

to haul;

to drag;

to attract;

to lead.

To pullto drawto tug

Usage highlights

Pull tightlyAttract ironDrag alongLead forwardTug boatHaul cargo

Synonyms

  • 拉— to pull; to drag
  • 拖— to pull; to haul
  • 引— to lead; to guide

Antonyms

  • 推— to push
  • 放— to release; to let go

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He pulled the rope tightly (鋔紧绳子).
  • The magnet attracts iron (磁铁鋔铁).
  • She dragged the heavy box (她鋔着重箱子).
  • The teacher leads the students (老师鋔领学生).

Collocations

  • Pull tightly(鋔紧)
  • Attract iron(鋔铁)
  • Drag along(鋔拉)
  • Lead forward(鋔引)
  • Tug boat(鋔船)
  • Haul cargo(鋔货)

Idioms

  • Pull with all one's might(全力以鋔)
  • Attract like a magnet(如磁鋔铁)
  • Lead the way forward(鋔领前行)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The character contains the metal radical 金, suggesting strength and durability in pulling actions.
  • Often used in technical or mechanical contexts involving force and motion.
  • Represents the concept of directed force and influence in various applications.

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