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
邐
Pronounced: lǐ
To wind on a reel.
摇摇晃晃
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?
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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."
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noun A lively traditional dance, especially from Scotland, or its music.
"The band struck up a reel and the dancers took the floor."
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noun A short video, especially one posted on a social media app.
"She posted a reel of highlights from the trip."
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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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