bui3 zek3背脊
Jyutpingbui3 zek3
Yalebui jek
Definition
The back of a person or an animal.
colloquialbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical part of the human or animal body. While the formal term 背部 exists, it is rarely used in casual speech. Using this word is the most natural way to describe back pain or physical sensations like itching.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
He has a lot of spots on his back.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to refer to the back of an object, such as a chair or a book. For inanimate objects, use 背 instead.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
