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丝
sī
Description
"丝"本来是指从蚕身上出来的很细的线，也可以说任何又细又长的东西，比如面条切成的"土豆丝"。
"丝" originally refers to the very fine thread from silkworms, and can also mean anything thin and long, like "土豆丝" (potato strips) cut from noodles.
Meanings
丝sī
silk (thread from silkworms)
这条围巾是用丝做的。
This scarf is made of silk.
丝sī
thin threadlike strip; shred
妈妈把土豆切成丝。
Mom cut the potatoes into thin strips.
丝sī
a tiny bit; the slightest trace
他脸上没有一丝笑容。
There isn't a trace of a smile on his face.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
as a measure-like word, 一丝 stresses "a tiny amount" often used with abstract nouns.
- Etymology
pictograph of silk threads; forms compounds like 丝绸 (silk) and 铁丝 (wire).
In videos
“朱砂掌碎丝绦飞天”
“但是它其实上来的挺丝滑的”
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