Meaning and Usage
The character "雕" primarily means "to carve" or "to engrave." It is often used when describing the act of sculpting or engraving materials such as wood, stone, or metal.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "雕" in contexts related to art, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage, such as "石雕" (stone carving) or "木雕" (wood carving). It can describe both the process and the finished carved object.
Collocations and Patterns
- 木雕 (mùdiāo): wood carving, used when referring to carvings made from wood.
- 石雕 (shídiāo): stone carving, common in describing sculptures or decorations made of stone.
- 雕刻 (diāokè): to carve or engrave, often used interchangeably but slightly more formal or literary.
Usage Notes
When using "雕," the focus is on the detailed and artistic aspect of carving. It is different from "刻" (kè), which can mean to engrave but also has broader meanings like "to cut" or "to etch." "雕" often implies a more refined or artistic process. Avoid confusing "雕" with "鸟雕" (bird carving) and the homophone "雕" meaning "vulture" (pronounced diāo but different context).
Register and Tone
"雕" is neutral in tone and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing carving or sculpture.
Meaning and Usage
The character "雕" primarily means "to carve" or "to engrave." It is often used when describing the act of sculpting or engraving materials such as wood, stone, or metal.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "雕" in contexts related to art, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage, such as "石雕" (stone carving) or "木雕" (wood carving). It can describe both the process and the finished carved object.
Collocations and Patterns
- 木雕 (mùdiāo): wood carving, used when referring to carvings made from wood.
- 石雕 (shídiāo): stone carving, common in describing sculptures or decorations made of stone.
- 雕刻 (diāokè): to carve or engrave, often used interchangeably but slightly more formal or literary.
Usage Notes
When using "雕," the focus is on the detailed and artistic aspect of carving. It is different from "刻" (kè), which can mean to engrave but also has broader meanings like "to cut" or "to etch." "雕" often implies a more refined or artistic process. Avoid confusing "雕" with "鸟雕" (bird carving) and the homophone "雕" meaning "vulture" (pronounced diāo but different context).
Register and Tone
"雕" is neutral in tone and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing carving or sculpture.
Meaning and Usage
The character "雕" primarily means "to carve" or "to engrave." It is often used when describing the act of sculpting or engraving materials such as wood, stone, or metal.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see "雕" in contexts related to art, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage, such as "石雕" (stone carving) or "木雕" (wood carving). It can describe both the process and the finished carved object.
Collocations and Patterns
- 木雕 (mùdiāo): wood carving, used when referring to carvings made from wood.
- 石雕 (shídiāo): stone carving, common in describing sculptures or decorations made of stone.
- 雕刻 (diāokè): to carve or engrave, often used interchangeably but slightly more formal or literary.
Usage Notes
When using "雕," the focus is on the detailed and artistic aspect of carving. It is different from "刻" (kè), which can mean to engrave but also has broader meanings like "to cut" or "to etch." "雕" often implies a more refined or artistic process. Avoid confusing "雕" with "鸟雕" (bird carving) and the homophone "雕" meaning "vulture" (pronounced diāo but different context).
Register and Tone
"雕" is neutral in tone and appropriate in both formal and informal contexts when discussing carving or sculpture.