Cantonese words starting with Z

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To shine; to reflect light on or illuminate.

To look after, take care of, or help each other.

ziu3 jiu1 geng3

照妖鏡照妖镜

A mythological mirror that reveals a demon's true form; figuratively, something that exposes the hidden truth.

To shine, illuminate, or cast light upon.

As before, as usual, or in the same way, continuing despite changes or obstacles.

Imperial prison; a prison specifically for prisoners detained by order of the emperor.

Imperial decree; an official proclamation or edict from the emperor.

As a rule, as usual, or according to custom.

Normally or logically; usually used to highlight something unexpected or problematic.

An imperial decree, order, or mandate issued by an emperor.

To take care of, attend to, or look after people, animals, or plants.

To illuminate or light up a place or space.

ziu3 maau1 waak6 fu2

照貓畫虎照猫画虎

To copy something mechanically or superficially without capturing its true spirit or essence.

To meet face-to-face.

Illumination or lighting; design or facilities that provide light to a space, such as natural light or lamps.

ziu3 ming4 daan2

照明彈照明弹

Flare; star shell used for illumination.

ziu3 ming4 dang1

照明燈照明灯

Illumination lamp, such as a spotlight, floodlight, or headlamp.

To dazzle the eyes; to be glaring or extremely bright.

ziu3 ngo5 so2 zi1

As far as I know; to the best of my knowledge; from what I can tell.

Zhao'an county in Zhangzhou, Fujian.

詔安縣诏安县

Zhao'an, a county in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province.

Photograph; picture; photo.

ziu3 pin2 dai2 baan2

A photographic plate or negative.

ziu3 pin2 zaa3 daan2

照片炸彈照片炸弹

Photobomb; to ruin a photograph by unexpectedly appearing in the camera's field of view.

To take an X-ray.

To reluctantly accept or do something despite non-ideal conditions, due to having no other choice.

To shine upon, light up, or illuminate.

Teriyaki; a Japanese cooking style of grilling meat with a sweet, soy-sauce-based glaze.

To take a picture or photograph.

ziu3 soeng2 gei1

照相機照相机

Camera; a device used to take photographs.

ziu3 soeng2 gun2

照相館照相馆

Photo studio; a photography studio.

As usual or as normal, often referring to things proceeding unaffected after an unexpected incident.

An imperial edict; a written announcement or command issued by an emperor to his subjects.

According to what people say, or under normal circumstances.

An altar built for performing Taoist sacrificial rites or rituals.

照頭淋照头淋

To pour water directly over one's own head.

照田雞照田鸡

To use a flashlight at night for catching frogs, examining faces, or inspecting cars and bushes.

ziu3 wu4 lou4 waak6 piu4

照葫蘆畫瓢照葫芦画瓢

To copy something mechanically or slavishly without any original thought or creativity.

To care for, look after, or protect someone.

A diplomatic note; an official communication between governments.

Request granted, as used formally in historical documents.

An imperial edict or decree.

To express or act straightforwardly without beating around the bush.

According to the rules or regulations.

To take a photograph or picture.

ziu3 zoeng6 gei1

照像機照像机

Camera; a device used to take photographs.

To protect, support, or look after someone.

To chew; to beat up or physically assault; to have sex; to be arrogant.

To chew; to masticate food with the teeth.

The Chinese surname Chiu (or Zhao), or the ancient Chinese state of Zhao.