駷 (sǒng) - To urge a horse forward & to make a horse run quickly

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駷 · sǒng

To urge a horse forward;

to make a horse run quickly;

to spur a horse on.

To urge a horse forwardto make a horse run quicklyto spur a horse on.

Usage highlights

Urge a horseSpur forwardWhip a horse to runGallop awayDrive a horse

Synonyms

  • 驱— to drive; to spur on
  • 策— to whip; to urge on
  • 驰— to gallop; to speed

Antonyms

  • 勒— to rein in; to restrain (a horse)
  • 停— to stop

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He spurred his horse to gallop (駷马而驰).
  • The rider urged the horse forward with a whip (以鞭駷马).
  • The sound of the whip made the horse bolt (鞭声駷马).

Collocations

  • Urge a horse(駷马)
  • Spur forward(駷驰)
  • Whip a horse to run(鞭駷)
  • Gallop away(駷逸)
  • Drive a horse(驱駷)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily found in classical Chinese texts and poetry describing equestrian scenes.
  • Reflects the historical importance of horses in transportation and warfare in ancient China.

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