镔 (bīn) - Wrought iron & high-quality steel, especially Damascus steel.
镔 · bīn
Wrought iron;
high-quality steel, especially Damascus steel.
Wrought ironhigh-quality steel, especially Damascus steel.
Usage highlights
Damascus steelWrought ironFine steelSteel weaponIron and steelSteel forging
Usage & contexts
Examples
- Damascus steel is known for its distinctive patterns (镔铁).
- Ancient weapons were often made from high-quality steel (镔铁兵器).
- This blade is forged from fine wrought iron (镔铁锻造).
Collocations
- Damascus steel(镔铁)
- Wrought iron(镔铁)
- Fine steel(精镔)
- Steel weapon(镔铁兵器)
- Iron and steel(铁镔)
- Steel forging(镔铁锻造)
Idioms
- Fine steel and wrought iron(精金镔铁)
- Iron and steel weapons(镔铁之兵)
Cultural background
FAQ- 镔 originally referred to high-quality steel imported from foreign regions, particularly Damascus steel known for its distinctive patterns.
- During ancient times, 镔铁 was considered superior material for weapons and tools due to its strength and durability.
- The character reflects China's historical trade and technological exchange with Central and Western Asia.