Handwoven Meaning in English
word · lemma: handweave
ˈhænˈwoʊvən/, /ˈhændˈwoʊvən
HAND-WOH-vuhn
hˈændwəʊvən
HAND-WOH-vuhn
Definition
Made by weaving threads or fibers together by hand, not by machine; usually refers to fabric, rugs, baskets, or other crafts.
Usage & Nuances
Common with textiles and crafts; suggests quality, tradition, and unique design. Often used for rugs, baskets, clothes, or decor. Sometimes confused with 'handmade,' but 'handwoven' specifically refers to weaving.
Spanish: hecho a mano (tejido) - tejido a manoPortuguese (BR): feito à mão (tecido) - tecido à mãoPortuguese (PT): feito à mão (tecido) - tecido à mãoChinese (Simplified): 手工编织的Chinese (Traditional): 手工編織的Hindi: हाथ से बुना हुआArabic: منسوج يدويًاBengali: হাতের বোনাRussian: ручной работы (тканый)Japanese: 手織りVietnamese: dệt tayKorean: 손으로 짠Turkish: elde dokumaUrdu: ہاتھ سے بُنا ہواIndonesian: tenun tangan
Example Sentences
This rug is handwoven.
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She bought a handwoven basket at the market.
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These scarves are all handwoven from cotton.
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My grandmother's favorite chair is covered in handwoven fabric.
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You can really feel the difference with a handwoven blanket—it's softer and warmer.
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Those handwoven wall hangings add so much character to the room.
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