bun3 tau3 ming4半透明
Jyutpingbun3 tau3 ming4
Yalebun tau mìhng
Definition
Translucent; letting some light pass through but not enough to see through clearly.
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How it's used
Describes materials that allow light to pass through but scatter it enough to obscure clear images. Unlike transparent, which is clear, this term implies a frosted or hazy quality. It is frequently used to describe plastics, fabrics, or specific types of glass used for privacy.
Examples
This piece of glass is translucent, you can't see inside.
Find some translucent paper to wrap the gift.
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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.
