English–Chinese
“hang down” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinchuí
Example
灯笼从屋檐上垂下来。dēng lóng cóng wū yán shàng chuí xià lái
The lantern hangs down from the eaves.
How to say “hang down” in Chinese
“Hang down” in Chinese is 垂 (chuí).
A long, loose, or heavy thing loses its lift and rests below its support, creating a downward shape that also suggests a lowered face or mood.
Example sentences with 垂
秋天，柳树的枝条垂到了河面。qiū tiān liǔ shù de zhī tiáo chuí dào le hé miàn
In autumn, the willow branches hung down to the river's surface.
Tips for using 垂
- English often separates physical drooping from emotional low spirits, while Chinese can extend the same verb across both settings, so the subject and context help identify the intended sense.