bei6 jik6鼻翼
Jyutpingbei6 jik6
Yalebeih yihk
Definition
Ala of the nose; the outer wall of each nostril.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the fleshy, mobile parts on either side of the nostrils. While it is a precise anatomical term, it is frequently used in beauty and skincare contexts when discussing pore size or oiliness in the T zone.
Measure word
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The sides of your nose are a bit red, are you having an allergic reaction?
Related words
Common phrases
both sides of the nose wings
flaring of the nostrils
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to the entire nose, which is simply 鼻. Learners sometimes confuse it with 鼻樑, which refers to the bridge of the nose.
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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.
