bok6薄
Jyutpingbok6
Yalebohk
Definition
Thin; having a small distance between opposite sides.
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How it's used
Beyond describing physical thickness, this word often carries a negative connotation of being insubstantial or lacking quality. It is frequently used to describe clothing that provides insufficient warmth or paper that is too fragile for writing. When applied to people, it can imply a lack of depth or sincerity in character.
Examples
This shirt is very thin, you will be very cold if you wear it in winter.
Slice the meat thinner, it tastes better for hot pot.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 瘦, which is used exclusively to describe a person or animal being skinny or thin in body weight. Using 薄 to describe a person's physique will sound unnatural and potentially rude.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
