腰间

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yāo jiān
Meaning: waist area
Example
他把刀别在腰间。
yāo jiān

📚 How to Understand

腰间 (yāo jiān) meaning in English
yāojiān

腰间 refers to the area around the waist, typically used to describe where something is located on the body or an object is placed. It emphasizes the position relative to the waist, distinguishing it from other body parts like the chest or hips.

The character 腰 (yāo) means 'waist,' and 间 (jiān) means 'space' or 'area.' Together, they literally translate to 'waist area,' describing a specific location on the body or an object's placement.

腰间 is commonly used in everyday language to indicate where items are worn or placed, such as a belt, knife, or accessory. It also appears in traditional contexts, such as describing the way clothing is worn or how certain items are carried in cultural practices.

💬 Example Sentences

他把刀别在腰间。
yāo jiān
He kept the knife strapped to his waist.
她的腰间系着一条红色的丝带。
yāo jiān
She had a red ribbon tied around her waist.

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