bin6 fuk6便服
Jyutpingbin6 fuk6
Yalebihn fuhk
Definition
Casual, informal, or ordinary clothes.
neutralclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to clothing that is not formal or uniform, often used in professional settings to describe a dress code. It is distinct from casual wear meant for lounging at home, as it implies clothes suitable for being seen in public. When referring to a specific outfit, it is common to use the measure word 套.
Measure word
tou3套touExamples
We can wear casual clothes to work today.
Remember not to wear casual clothes for your interview tomorrow.
Related words
Common phrases
dress casual day
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 睡衣, which refers specifically to pajamas or sleepwear. While both are informal, 便服 is for public settings, whereas 睡衣 is strictly for home use.
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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.
