au1 mei5 sik1歐美式欧美式
Jyutpingau1 mei5 sik1
Yaleāu méih sīk
Definition
Western-style; in European and American fashion.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a blend of European and American aesthetics, often used in the context of interior design, fashion, or lifestyle preferences. It carries a connotation of being modern, spacious, or perhaps more upscale compared to traditional local styles. Unlike the broader term 西式, this term is more focused on the specific cultural influence of Western countries.
Examples
Do you prefer Western-style or Japanese-style design?
Related words
Common phrases
Western-style renovation
Western style
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
