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缂 Stroke Order — How to Write 缂

Stroke Order

缂 is written in 12 strokes, following the standard Chinese stroke order. Start from the radical 纟, then complete the remaining strokes.

Stroke order matters in Chinese: it keeps the character balanced, and it is how dictionaries and handwriting input methods expect a character to be written.

缂 Radical and Character Components

Components:纟革

缂 is a phono-semantic compound: 纟 (thread) carries the meaning, while 革 indicates the sound.

Radical: 纟 + 9 more strokes

缂 Pronunciation and Pinyin

  • kè

Meanings of 缂 in Chinese

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kè缂

Kesi (or 'k'o-ssu') refers to a unique traditional Chinese silk tapestry weaving technique, known for its intricate details and often used to create artworks and highly decorative textiles.
这件缂丝作品以其精湛的工艺和生动的图案,展现了中国传统艺术的魅力。
This kesi artwork, with its exquisite craftsmanship and vivid patterns, showcases the charm of traditional Chinese art.
A traditional Chinese silk tapestry weaving technique (kèsī), or the tapestry woven using this method.
这幅画是用缂丝工艺制作的,色彩鲜艳,纹理细腻。
This painting is crafted using the kèsī tapestry technique, featuring vibrant colors and delicate textures.

Common Words and Phrases with 缂

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kè缂sī丝
Kesi (缂丝) is a traditional Chinese silk tapestry weaving technique, notable for its intricate designs that mimic paintings. It involves using weft threads only where patterns are needed, creating a distinctive 'cut' or 'carved' effect, and originated in the Song Dynasty.
博物馆里陈列着一件精美的缂丝作品,图案栩栩如生。
The museum displays an exquisite piece of Kesi artwork, with lifelike patterns.

More words with 缂

  • kè缂sī丝gōng工yì艺Kesi technique, Kesi craft
  • kè缂sī丝zuò作pǐn品Kesi works, Kesi art

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Questions about 缂

What does 缂 mean in Chinese?

缂 (kè) means “A traditional Chinese silk tapestry weaving technique (kèsī), or the tapestry woven using this method” in Chinese.

How do you pronounce 缂?

缂 is pronounced kè in Mandarin Chinese.

How many strokes does 缂 have?

缂 has 12 strokes.

How do you write 缂?

缂 is written in 12 strokes, starting from the radical 纟. See the animated stroke order on this page.

What is the radical of 缂?

The radical of 缂 is 纟, and 缂 is a phono-semantic compound.

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