Chinese
xuánguà
Meaning: to hang; to suspend
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

懸掛
懸
掛
悬挂
悬
挂

Example sentences

A string of wind chimes is hanging in front of the door.
街道上懸掛著五花八門的招牌,非常熱鬧。
街道上悬挂著五花八门的招牌,非常热闹。
The street is hung with a wide variety of signboards, making it very lively.
汽車與機車必須懸掛牌照才能上路。
汽车与机车必须悬挂牌照才能上路。
Cars and motorcycles must have license plates displayed to be on the road.

Usage Notes

Used for objects hanging from a high place or suspended in the air.

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