khâu đột

khâu đột

Người thợ may dùng mũi khâu đột để ráp hai mảnh vải.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To backstitch: A sewing technique where each new stitch begins by inserting the needle back into the end point of the previous stitch, creating a continuous, strong line of stitching that resembles machine sewing on both sides.
Usage Examples
  • Verb:
    • ấy khâu đột đường viền cho chắc. (She backstitched the hem for strength.)
    • Bạn nên khâu độtnhững chỗ chịu lực. (You should backstitch at the points of strain.)
    • Đường khâu đột trông rất gọn chắc chắn. (The backstitch looks very neat and sturdy.)
Advanced Usage
  • "mũi khâu đột": a backstitch (the individual stitch or the technique).
    • Mũi khâu đột này được thực hiện thủ công. (This backstitch is done by hand.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Khâu thường (v): to running stitch. A simpler, in-and-out stitch.
  • Khâu vắt (v): to slip stitch or blind stitch. A nearly invisible stitch used for hems.
  • Đường khâu đột (n): the backstitch line or seam.
Synonyms
  • Backstitch: The direct technical equivalent in sewing.
  • Stitch backward: A descriptive synonym for the technique.
Related Terms
  • Hand sewing: Sewing done by hand, of which backstitch is a fundamental technique.
  • Seam reinforcement: Strengthening a seam, a primary purpose of backstitching.