bong2 haai4 daai2綁鞋帶绑鞋带
Jyutpingbong2 haai4 daai2
Yalebóng hàaih dáai
Definition
To tie one's shoelaces.
colloquialdaily actionsclothing
How it's used
This phrase is a compound verb that functions as a single unit in daily life. It is common to see it used with the particle 咗 when describing the completed action, such as 綁咗鞋帶未. It is also frequently used in the context of children learning to be independent or when someone is in a rush.
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Common phrases
tie shoelaces properly
do not know how to tie shoelaces
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the verb 綁 with 結, but 綁 is the standard choice for tying knots with ropes or laces. Do not use 結 as a verb in this specific context as it sounds unnatural to native speakers.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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