ci1 sing3雌性
Jyutpingci1 sing3
Yalechī sing
Definition
Female; the sex that produces eggs in sexually reproducing organisms.
neutralanimalspeople
How it's used
Scientific or formal contexts are the primary domain for this term, as it is rarely used to describe people in casual conversation. When referring to humans, use 女仔 or 女性 instead. It is most commonly encountered in biology textbooks, animal documentaries, or when discussing pet breeding.
Examples
This cat is female.
How do you distinguish whether it is female or male?
Related words
Common phrases
female animal
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe human females, as it sounds clinical and dehumanizing. It is strictly reserved for animals or biological classification.
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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.
