安全带
ānquándài
The English word harness can be translated into Chinese as 安全带 (ānquándài).
安全带 is used to refer to a safety harness, such as those used in climbing or construction, as well as a car seat belt. The term 马具 is used to refer to a horse harness.
Meaning: to control or put to use (verb)
How do you pronounce it?
ānquándài
Did you know?
- If you are a climber, you would not use 安全带 to describe the act of 'harnessing' your power or potential, as that metaphorical use of the English word 'harness' does not exist in Chinese.
- While 马具 (mǎjù) is translated as 'horse harness', it is a broad term that also includes the bridle and the saddle.
- The word for 'safety' in the term for a harness, 安全 (ānquán), contains a conceptual link to 'tranquility' or 'peace'.
Examples in context
- 请把背带调整到最合适的位置，然后系上。Please adjust the harness to the most suitable position and then fasten it.
