This is the 2869th most frequent Chinese word.
搓
"搓" means "to rub" or "to twist with the hands."
In this sentence, "搓" (cuō) refers to the action of rubbing or scrubbing something, specifically clothes, indicating a repetitive motion often done by hands or with a tool.
他用搓板搓洗衣服。
He is scrubbing clothes using a washboard.
Here, "搓" exemplifies the act of rubbing hands together, typically as a means to generate warmth.
孩子们搓着手驱赶寒冷。
The children are rubbing their hands to ward off the cold.
"搓" in this instance is used to describe the action of kneading, which involves rolling and pressing a material to achieve a desired consistency.