Chinese

shǒugōng
Meaning: hand-made; manual work; craftsmanship
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

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Handwriting

手
工

Example sentences

This sweater is hand-knitted, so it's very warm.
這雙鞋是手工製的。
这双鞋是手工制的。
This pair of shoes is handmade.
這家店專門賣手工製作的皮鞋。
这家店专门卖手工制作的皮鞋。
This shop specializes in selling handmade leather shoes.
這件衣服只能手工洗滌。
这件衣服只能手工洗涤。
This garment can only be washed by hand.
這位廚師的絕活是手工拉麵。
这位厨师的绝活是手工拉面。
This chef's unique skill is hand-pulled noodles.
這些手工飾品非常受年輕人歡迎。
这些手工饰品非常受年轻人欢迎。
These handmade accessories are very popular among young people.
他家裡的裝潢非常講究,連地毯都是手工織成的。
他家里的装潢非常讲究,连地毯都是手工织成的。
The decoration in his house is very exquisite; even the carpets are hand-woven.

Usage Notes

Describes items made by hand rather than by machine. Can also refer to labor fees.

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