to knead
01
揉, 捏
to form and press dough or wet clay with the hands
Transitive: to knead dough or clay
例子
The baker had to knead the bread dough to develop its elasticity.
面包师不得不揉面包面团以发展其弹性。
To make homemade pizza, she had to knead the pizza dough until it became smooth.
为了制作自制披萨，她必须揉披萨面团直到它变得光滑。
02
揉, 按摩
to press, rub, and manipulate muscles to improve circulation and alleviate tension
Transitive: to knead muscles
例子
The massage therapist gently kneaded the client's back muscles to release tension and promote relaxation.
按摩治疗师轻轻地揉捏了客户的背部肌肉，以释放紧张并促进放松。
After a long day of work, she enjoyed kneading her temples to relieve the tension headaches.
在漫长的一天工作之后，她喜欢揉太阳穴以缓解紧张性头痛。
