ban3鬢鬓
Jyutpingban3
Yaleban
Definition
Sideburns; the hair on the sides of the face near the ears.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the hair growing on the sides of the face in front of the ears. While it can be used on its own, it is very frequently paired with other words to describe the area or the hair itself. It carries a slightly more descriptive or traditional feel compared to simply calling it hair.
Examples
He trimmed his sideburns and looks much sharper.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 鬢角, which is a common term in Mandarin but less frequently used in daily spoken Cantonese. Stick to 鬢 or 兩鬢 when referring to the hair itself.
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Grammar guides
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