鏨 (zàn) - Chisel — a tool with a sharp cutting & to carve, engrave, or chisel.

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Chisel — a tool with a sharp cutting edge for carving or engraving hard materials;

to carve, engrave, or chisel.

Chisel — a tool with a sharp cuttingto carve, engrave, or chisel.

Usage highlights

ChiselTo chisel/engraveStone chiselChisel edgeEngraving toolCold chisel

Synonyms

  • 凿— chisel; to chisel
  • 刻— to carve; to engrave

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The sculptor used a chisel (鏨子) to carve the stone.
  • He engraved patterns on the metal plate (在金属板上鏨刻图案).
  • This is a stone chisel (石鏨).

Collocations

  • Chisel(鏨子)
  • To chisel/engrave(鏨刻)
  • Stone chisel(石鏨)
  • Chisel edge(鏨刃)
  • Engraving tool(鏨具)
  • Cold chisel(冷鏨)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Historically used by craftsmen, sculptors, and masons for detailed carving work in materials like stone, metal, and wood.
  • Represents traditional craftsmanship and precision in Chinese artisan culture.

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