caan1 geoi6餐具
Jyutpingcaan1 geoi6
Yalechāan geuih
Definition
Tableware; eating utensils, including cutlery, bowls, and plates.
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How it's used
Refers to the collective set of items used for eating, covering everything from chopsticks to plates. While it is a standard noun, people often specify the exact item like 筷子 or 匙羹 if they need something specific rather than using the umbrella term. It is frequently used in discussions about environmental impact regarding single use items.
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tou3套touExamples
Could you please help me get another set of tableware out?
The tableware at this restaurant is very exquisite.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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