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结

jié, jiē

Description

“结”常常指把绳子或线打成一个结,也可以表示事情有了结果或者结束了。

"结" often refers to tying a knot in a rope or thread, and can also mean that something has a result or has ended.

读“jiē”的时候,常用在“结实”这个词里,意思是牢固、强壮。

When pronounced "jiē," "结" is commonly used in the word "结实," meaning firm or strong.

Meanings

结jié

to tie; to knot

他把两根绳子结在一起。

He tied two ropes together.

结jié

a knot

这个结太紧了,解不开。

This knot is too tight to untie.

结实jiē

sturdy; strong; solid

这张桌子很结实。

This table is very sturdy.

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Notes

  • Etymology

    纟(silk radical) shows the original meaning of tying threads or cords.

  • Nuance

    read jié in most words; read jiē mainly in 结实 and 结巴.

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