baak6 gam1白金
Jyutpingbaak6 gam1
Yalebaahk gām
Definition
Platinum; a precious metal.
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How it's used
While scientific contexts use 鉑 to refer to the chemical element platinum, the term 白金 is almost exclusively used in jewelry and retail settings. It carries a sense of luxury and is frequently associated with high end accessories or wedding bands. Note that in some casual contexts, people might mistakenly use 白金 to refer to white gold, which is a different alloy.
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This ring is made of platinum.
Do you prefer buying platinum or gold?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid confusing this with white gold, which is technically 黃金 mixed with other metals to appear white. Jewelers distinguish between the two, so clarify if you are looking for the pure element or the alloy.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
