bin1 zai2辮仔辫仔
Jyutpingbin1 zai2
Yalebīn jái
Definition
Pigtail or small braid; a braided hairstyle.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to small or thin braids, often those worn by young girls. The suffix 仔 adds a diminutive, affectionate tone, making it sound much softer and more natural than the formal term 辮子. It is rarely used for thick, single braids or complex cornrows.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for a single, thick braid, as the diminutive suffix implies something small or cute. For a standard braid, use 辮子 instead.
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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.
