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Definition
A type of dustpan, hod, or basket for carrying coal, soil, or refuse.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a traditional, often woven, open-mouthed container used for carrying loose materials like soil, sand, or construction debris. While modern plastic dustpans are more common in households, the term persists in construction and gardening contexts to describe these sturdy, scoop-like baskets. It carries a slightly rustic or industrial connotation compared to the standard household dustpan.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard household dustpan for sweeping floors, which is usually called a 垃圾鏟. Using 篸 for a small plastic dustpan might sound strange to younger speakers who associate the word primarily with manual labor or construction sites.
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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.
