鏉 (shòu) - Sharp & sharp-edged

鏉Tone 4

shòu ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

上姝

鏉 · shòu

Sharp;

sharp-edged;

rust;

corrode;

a surname.

Sharpsharp-edgedrust

Usage highlights

Sharp bladeRust and corrosionSurname ShouSharp and pointedMetal rusting

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • 钝— blunt
  • 新— new (antonym to rusted)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The blade is very sharp (刀刃鏉利).
  • Iron tools can rust (铁器会鏉).
  • He has the surname Shou (他姓鏉).

Collocations

  • Sharp blade(鏉刃)
  • Rust and corrosion(鏉蚀)
  • Surname Shou(鏉姓)
  • Sharp and pointed(鏉利)
  • Metal rusting(金属鏉)

Idioms

  • Sharp as a blade(利如鏉刃)
  • Rusted and decayed(鏉朽不堪)
  • Cutting through metal and stone(鏉金断石)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally referred to sharpness of blades and tools in ancient metalworking.
  • Later extended meaning to include rust and corrosion of metal objects.
  • Used as a rare surname in some Chinese communities.

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