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缀 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
chuòto sewv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuò>辍[chuò]v, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto stitch togetherv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto combinev, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto linkv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto connectv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto put words togetherv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto composev, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto embellishv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuòto connect, to join; to patch up, to stitch togetherv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto sewv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuì>辍[chuò]v, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto stitch togetherv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto combinev, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto linkv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto connectv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto put words togetherv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto composev, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto embellishv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
zhuìto connect, to join; to patch up, to stitch togetherv, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #21919, Hard
chuò(chuo4)
primary
T4
  1. 1to sew
  2. 2>辍[chuò]
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March 24, 2026
(綴)chuò(chuo4)

The character 缀 (chuò) primarily means 'to sew' or 'to stitch together,' and can also refer to the act of connecting or combining elements, like words in a sentence. It is commonly used in contexts involving crafting or composition, reflecting a sense of bringing things together cohesively.

Strokes11RadicalFrequency#21919DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, sewing and embroidery are not just functional but also artistic expressions, often associated with auspicious meanings and cultural heritage.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tailor who 'stitches' (chuò) together colorful pieces of fabric to create a beautiful quilt. The character 缀 looks like a series of threads connecting, reinforcing the idea of linking and sewing.

Meanings of 缀

chuò(chuo4)
primary
1to sew
2to stitch together
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About 缀

Simplified
Traditional
11Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#21919Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 缀

Quick Contrast

缝 (féng) - use 缀 (chuò) when emphasizing the act of stitching together components, while 缝 (féng) is more focused on sewing fabric or materials.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a tailor who 'stitches' (chuò) together colorful pieces of fabric to create a beautiful quilt. The character 缀 looks like a series of threads connecting, reinforcing the idea of linking and sewing.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 缀 (chuò); mispronunciation may lead to confusion with similar-sounding words. This character is predominantly used in formal contexts, especially in literature or craftsmanship.

HSK Study Tips

Although 缀 is not part of the official HSK curriculum, it relates to basic HSK vocabulary regarding actions and processes. Students should focus on recognizing its meaning in context, especially in compound words.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, sewing and embroidery are not just functional but also artistic expressions, often associated with auspicious meanings and cultural heritage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 缀 with 辍 (chuò), which means to stop or suspend. Ensure you use 缀 when talking about sewing or connecting, not when referring to stopping something.

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Pronunciation of 缀

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Etymology of 缀

Formation TypeIdeographic 指事
六书 ClassificationIdeograph (指事字)~2% of characters
Memory Hint

To bind 叕 by thread 纟; 叕 also provides the pronunciation

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 缀?

Decomposition of 缀

IDS Structure⿰纟叕
Full Character
=
si1
left
zhuo2
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 缀?

Write 缀

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Grammar Patterns of 缀

缀 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 10 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 4

Complete the Sentence

用玫瑰花形的掼奶油和新鲜的水果作配菜点____盘子。

Garnish the plate with whipped cream rosettes and fresh fruits.

Example Sentences for 缀 (9)

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1
用玫瑰花形的掼奶油和新鲜的水果作配菜点缀盘子。

yòng méi guī huā xíng de guàn nǎi yóu hé xīn xiān de shuǐ guǒ zuò pèi cài diǎn zhuì pán zǐ。

Garnish the plate with whipped cream rosettes and fresh fruits.
2
裙子上点缀着无数亮闪闪的小圆片。

qún zǐ shàng diǎn zhuì zháo wú shù liàng shǎn shǎn de xiǎo yuán piàn。

The frocks were covered in sequins, thousands of them.
3
他显然喜欢缀着闪闪亮片的夹克。

tā xiǎn rán xǐ huān zhuì zháo shǎn shǎn liàng piàn de jiā kè。

He certainly liked spangly jackets.
4
山茱萸的蓓蕾, 淡绿清雅,点缀着褐色斑痕.

shān zhū yú de bèi lěi, , dàn lǜ qīng, yǎ , diǎn zhuì zháo hè sè.

The dogwood bud, pale green is inlaid with russet markings.
5
如果你针线活做得好,可以在自己的毛衣上绣几朵雏菊做点缀。

rú guǒ nǐ zhēn xiàn huó zuò dé hǎo, , kě yǐ zài zì jǐ de máo yī shàng xiù jī duǒ chú jú zuò diǎn。

If you're handy with a needle you could brighten up your sweater with daisies.
6
在她躯干的前方, 宛如一朵玫瑰缀在长长的枝条上.

zài tā qū gān de qián fāng, , wǎn rú yī duǒ méi guī zhuì zài cháng cháng de zhī tiáo.

Straight ahead of her, as though it were a rose on a stem.
7
其实,他的安祥只是点缀在他这片废墟上的几朵野花而已.

qí shí, , tā de ān xiáng zhī shì diǎn zhuì zài tā zhè piàn fèi xū shàng de jī duǒ yě huā ér.

His serenity was but the array of wild flowers niched in his ruin.
8
她的上衣上别一枚别致的胸花做为点缀.

tā de shàng yī shàng bié yī méi bié zhì de xiōng huā zuò wéi diǎn zhuì.

An exquisite flower adorned her dress.
9
钞票缝得这样结实, 还缀内衣里, 到商场咋往出掏?

chāo piào féng dé zhè yàng jié shí, , huán zhuì nèi yī, lǐ , dào shāng cháng zǎ wǎng?

The bill sew fructify so, underwear in, arrive the market go toward?

Cultural Notes for 缀

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese culture, sewing and embroidery are not just functional but also artistic expressions, often associated with auspicious meanings and cultural heritage.

Word Family of 缀

Words Containing This Character11
点缀diǎnzhuìto decorate點綴
chuòto sew
后缀suffix (linguistics)後綴
前缀prefix (linguistics)前綴
连缀linking連綴
词缀affix (linguistics)詞綴
补缀to patch補綴
缀合to compose綴合
中缀infix (grammar), particle attached within a word or expression中綴
缝缀to mend縫綴
拼缀to join together拼綴
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Compound Meaning

What does 点缀 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 缀

Synonyms include 结合 (jié hé) which means to combine or join, and 连接 (lián jiē) which means to connect.