Definitions
- 1. to carry (esp. slung over the arm, shoulder or side)
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3 itemsto be burdened
挎在肩上 vs. 背在背上 (carry slung over the shoulder vs. carry on the back)
to carry (hanging down from the hand)
挎着篮子 vs. 提着篮子 (carry a basket in the crook of the arm vs. carry a basket by a handle)
to seize
挎包 vs. 拿包 (carry a bag slung over the shoulder vs. hold a bag in the hand)
Usage notes
Collocations
Often used with objects that can be slung over the shoulder or arm, such as 包 (bag) or 篮子 (basket).
Common mistakes
Do not confuse with 背 (bēi) for carrying on the back or 拿 (ná) for holding in the hand; 挎 specifically implies slinging over the arm or shoulder.
Example Sentences
1 shown她肩上 挎 着一个红色的包。
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