World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionaries臂章
Pronunciation / Transliteration: bì zhāng
"队长在比赛中戴着臂章。"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A band or strip of cloth, plastic, or metal worn around the arm as an ornament, identification mark, or badge of authority.
"The team captain wore a bright yellow armband to signify his leadership on the field." - 2
A strap or holder attached to the upper arm used to secure a smartphone or fitness tracker during physical activity.
"She slid her phone into the running armband before heading out for her morning jog."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the combination of the Old English 'earm' (arm) and 'bænd' (band, ribbon), appearing in Middle English to designate bands worn around the limb. Over time, the term evolved from basic fabric ornamentation and identification straps to modern athletic and technological accessories.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Armband"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Armband" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
brassard
Transliteration: bra-sard
"Le capitaine porte un brassard noir en signe de deuil."
Armbinde
Transliteration: arm-bin-duh
"Er trug eine rote Armbinde am Ärmel."
fascia
Transliteration: fa-sha
"Il giocatore indossava la fascia da capitano."
brazalete
Transliteration: bra-sa-le-te
"Llevaba un brazalete reflectante para correr de noche."
braçadeira
Transliteration: bra-sa-day-ra
"O capitão da equipa usava uma braçadeira."
बाजूबंद
Transliteration: baajuband
"खिलाड़ी ने मैदान पर एक विशेष बाजूबंद पहना था।"
臂章
Transliteration: bì zhāng
"队长在比赛中戴着臂章。"
완장
Transliteration: wan-jang
"그는 주장의 완장을 차고 경기에 임했다."
腕章
Transliteration: wanshō
"キャプテンは赤い腕章をつけていた。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all Chinese termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Armband"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.