Cantonese words starting with F

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分水嶺分水岭

Watershed, both in the geographical sense and figuratively as a turning point.

To fall into a deep, heavy sleep, or to be comatose.

Marriage; wedding; matters concerning a wedding.

To analyze, or an analysis; the process of understanding something comprehensively.

Fraction bar; the horizontal line separating the numerator and the denominator in a fraction.

To divide or split into smaller parts.

To distribute or retail products from manufacturers to consumers.

A quantitative evaluation, such as a score, grade, or mark; also a fraction in mathematics.

Marriage certificate.

To share or apportion expenses among multiple parties.

To go in different directions or act separately.

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昏頭轉向昏头转向

To have one's head spinning, causing one to feel dizzy and disoriented.

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分庭抗禮分庭抗礼

To stand on equal footing; to be on equal terms without either side being subordinate.

To exert a gradual and positive influence; to nurture or be shaped by a good influence.

To divide, split, or separate into smaller parts.

Atmosphere, mood, or ambiance of a place or occasion.

Profuse and confusing; diverse and chaotic.

An intermediate stop on a transit route, or an individual leg of a sporting tour.

The minute hand of a clock.

Dispute, conflict, or dispute arising from opposing views.

Outstanding achievement or contribution.

Branch; a subdivision or part that belongs to a main group.

Numerator in mathematics, or molecule in chemistry.

A marriage certificate.

To divide or split a sum of money into several parts.

To divide into groups or form teams.

Minute; a unit of time equal to sixty seconds.

分豬肉分猪肉

To distribute awards to almost all participants in a competition or ceremony, devaluing the prizes.

Angry; indignant.

(noun) 1. the short form of funs "粉絲" (of illegal drug) heroin

Chalk; a stick of chalk used for writing and drawing on surfaces like blackboards.

粉筆字粉笔字

Chalk writing; words written in chalk, often used metaphorically for things easily erased or forgotten.

Pressed powder; a cosmetic made of compressed powder used to conceal blemishes and touch up skin.

Blackboard duster or eraser.

Chalkboard eraser

Acne, blackheads, or pimples.

Small intestine of a pig, often boiled, stewed, or used as a Cantonese dim sum ingredient.

Makeup foundation; the base layer of powder or cream applied to the face.

Drug den; a hidden place where people take drugs, especially heroin.

Kudzu, an East Asian vine plant used in traditional medicine and cooking.

Chiu Chow style dumpling, usually steamed or deep-fried with peanuts, chives, pork, and dried shrimp.

Chiu Chow dumpling; a traditional Teochew steamed dumpling with a translucent skin.

Compact; a small cosmetic container holding face powder.

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粉紅色粉红色

Pink; the color between red and white.

Fanling, an area in the northern New Territories of Hong Kong near Sheung Shui.

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粉墨登場粉墨登场

To make a public appearance or debut after preparation.

Powder; fine particles of dust or crushed solid.

Powder puff; a makeup tool used for applying powder.

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To have one's body smashed to pieces, or figuratively, to die a terrible death for a cause or due to danger.