Chinese

róu
Meaning: to rub; to knead; to massage
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

揉

Example sentences

She rubbed her eyes, trying to see the road sign in the distance.
她摘下了眼鏡,揉了揉眼睛。
她摘下了眼镜,揉了揉眼睛。
She took off her glasses and rubbed her eyes.
師傅正在廚房裡用力地揉著麵團,準備製作新鮮的麵包。
师傅正在厨房里用力地揉著面团,准备制作新鲜的面包。
The master is kneading the dough in the kitchen, preparing to make fresh bread.

Usage Notes

Used for rubbing parts of the body (like eyes) or kneading dough (揉麵).

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