手钏

noun

beaded bracelet; string of beads worn on the wrist

Originally a dialectal term equivalent to 手镯 (bracelet). In modern standard Mandarin, 手串 specifically refers to beaded bracelets—such as Buddhist prayer beads (念珠), decorative stone bracelets, or charm bracelets—distinguished from solid bangles (手镯). Often used in contexts of traditional culture, religion, or fashion.