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秒针
miǎozhēn
Description
秒针是钟表上走得最快的那根针，它一秒走一格。
The 秒针 is the fastest-moving hand on a clock, moving one tick every second.
我们看着秒针一直转，就知道时间在过去。
We watch the 秒针 keep turning, so we know time is passing.
Meanings
秒针miǎozhēn
the second hand of a clock or watch
这只表的秒针是红色的。
The second hand of this watch is red.
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Notes
- Etymology
秒 (second) + 针 (needle/hand), literally "second-needle".
- Nuance
contrast with 分针 (minute hand) and 时针 (hour hand).
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