hemp string

[hɛmp strɪŋ]
nounpl: hemp strings
corda de cânhamo
1. A strong, durable cord or twine made from the fibers of the hemp plant, traditionally used for binding, tying, and various nautical and agricultural purposes
The sailor used hemp string to secure the cargo on the ship.
O marinheiro usou corda de cânhamo para prender a carga no navio.
2. A thin rope or cord made from processed hemp fibers, commonly used in crafts, gardening, and packaging
She tied the bundle of herbs with hemp string.
Ela amarrou o feixe de ervas com corda de cânhamo.
Hemp string has historical significance in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly in maritime traditions, agriculture, and craftsmanship. In Brazil, it remains commonly used in packaging and handicrafts. The material represents sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic materials and has seen renewed interest in both countries due to environmental consciousness.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
hemp twinehemp ropejute stringnatural fiber cordhemp cordage
Antonyms / Antônimos
synthetic stringplastic cordnylon stringpolyester twine

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
corda de cânhamo
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
barbante de cânhamo
Common colloquial variant, barbante often used for string/twine
São Paulo
corda de cânhamo / barbante
Both terms are acceptable; barbante more common in informal speech
Portugal
corda de cânhamo / fio de cânhamo
Fio (thread/wire) sometimes used for thinner varieties

Related Words

hemptwineropecordagefibernatural materialbindingnautical

Related Idioms & Phrases

to tie someone up in knots
to hold together by a thread
nautical knot terminology
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