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reel in Chinese

reel in Chinese is 邐, 摇摇晃晃 — reel means a cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.

reel in Chinese

verb
Pronounced:
To wind on a reel.
摇摇晃晃
verb
Pronounced: yáo yáo huàng huàng
To walk shakily or unsteadily; to stagger; move as if drunk or not in control of oneself.

What does "reel" mean?

  1. noun A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.
    "He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel."
  2. noun A lively traditional dance, especially from Scotland, or its music.
    "The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor."
  3. noun A short video, especially one posted on a social media app.
    "She posted a reel of highlights from the trip."
  4. verb To stagger or lose one's balance, or to feel dizzy or shocked.
    "He reeled back after hearing the news."
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reel in a sentence

  • He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel.
  • The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor.
  • She posted a reel of highlights from the trip.
  • He reeled back after hearing the news.

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What is "reel" in Chinese?

"reel" in Chinese is 邐, 摇摇晃晃. reel means: A cylindrical device on which thread, film, cable, or fishing line is wound.

How do you pronounce 邐?

"reel" in Chinese is 邐, pronounced "lǐ".

How do you use "reel" in a sentence?

Example: "He cast his line and slowly wound it back in on the reel." In Chinese, "reel" is 邐, 摇摇晃晃.

Are there other ways to say "reel" in Chinese?

Yes — Chinese has 2 translations listed for "reel": 邐, 摇摇晃晃.

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