caak3 sin3拆線拆线
Jyutpingcaak3 sin3
Yalechaak sin
Definition
To remove surgical stitches from a wound.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the medical procedure of removing surgical sutures after a wound has healed. It is a common term used during follow up appointments at clinics or hospitals. While it sounds clinical, it is the standard way to describe this action in daily life.
Examples
The doctor said I can get my stitches removed tomorrow.
Has your wound healed yet? When are you going to get the stitches out?
Related words
Common phrases
go to get stitches removed
to remove someone's stitches
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 拆線 in the context of sewing or tailoring, where it refers to unpicking seams or stitches from fabric. Context usually makes the distinction clear, but be aware of the dual meaning.
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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.
