bou2 sap1保濕保湿
Jyutpingbou2 sap1
Yalebóu sāp
Definition
To moisturize; to retain moisture.
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How it's used
Primarily used in the context of skincare and beauty products, this term functions as both a verb and a noun. It is frequently paired with products like 爽膚水 or 面霜 to describe their primary function of keeping the skin hydrated. Unlike formal contexts where one might describe environmental humidity, here it almost exclusively refers to personal grooming.
Examples
Your face is so dry, remember to apply more moisturizer.
Is the moisturizing effect of this face cream good?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 滋潤, which refers more broadly to nourishment or richness in a product, whereas 保濕 specifically targets the retention of water content in the skin.
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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.
