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蚕丝
cánsī
Description
蚕丝是蚕吐出来的丝，很柔软，可以用来做衣服。
Silk is the thread that silkworms spin; it is very soft and can be used to make clothes.
很多人喜欢用蚕丝做的被子，因为它又轻又暖。
Many people like quilts made of silk because they are light and warm.
Meanings
蚕丝cánsī
silk; the thread produced by silkworms
这件衣服是用蚕丝做的。
This piece of clothing is made of silk.
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Notes
- Etymology
蚕 (silkworm) + 丝 (thread/silk), literally "silkworm thread".
- Nuance
蚕丝 stresses the raw silk fiber, while 丝绸 refers to woven silk fabric.
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