绅 shēn girdle
girdle; tie; gentry
How to remember 绅: 纟 thread + 申 to state = girdle. The bride's father sews a gold thread onto his jacket, stands up to state his wishes for the couple, and straightens his silk girdle.
Component breakdown
绅 = 纟 thread + 申 to state
- 纟 thread
- 申 to state
The bride's father sews a gold thread onto his jacket, stands up to state his wishes for the couple, and straightens his silk girdle.
How it is used
- Occurs in 绅士 (shēnshì): a gentleman - 绅士风度 (shēnshì fēngdù) gentlemanly manners, 有绅士风度 courteous and refined.
- 乡绅 (xiāngshēn) means the local gentry (historical). Refers to well-bred, respectable men.