cau1 seoi2 maa5 tung2抽水馬桶抽水马桶
Jyutpingcau1 seoi2 maa5 tung2
Yalechāu séui máh túng
Definition
Flush toilet; a toilet that uses a lever mechanism to release water from a tank to flush away waste.
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How it's used
Most people in Hong Kong simply refer to this as 馬桶 or 廁所 in daily speech. Using the full term 抽水馬桶 is usually reserved for technical contexts, such as when discussing plumbing repairs or choosing fixtures for a renovation. It highlights the mechanical aspect of the flushing mechanism rather than just the bowl itself.
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The flush toilet here seems to be clogged.
Remember to flush the toilet after you use it.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the slang term 抽水, which means to take advantage of a situation or make inappropriate sexual comments. Using the full phrase 抽水馬桶 prevents this misunderstanding, as the addition of 馬桶 clarifies you are talking about the bathroom fixture.
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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.
