bou2 gim3寶劍宝剑
Jyutpingbou2 gim3
Yalebóu gim
Definition
A precious, valuable, or double-edged sword.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a sword of high quality, historical significance, or legendary status. It carries a sense of nobility or martial prestige, often appearing in wuxia literature or period dramas rather than modern contexts. Using it to describe a common kitchen knife or a generic tool would sound comical or overly dramatic.
Measure word
baa2把báExamples
He keeps a precious sword in his home collection.
Related words
Common phrases
a precious sword gifted to a hero
Common mistake
Do not use this word for everyday knives or modern weapons. It is strictly reserved for traditional, ornamental, or legendary blades.
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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.
