ci1 nap6黐湆
Jyutpingci1 nap6
Yalechī nahp
Definition
Sticky; tacky to the touch.
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How it's used
This term is used specifically to describe a tactile, unpleasant stickiness often caused by humidity, sweat, or sugary spills. It carries an inherently negative connotation, implying that the sensation is bothersome or unhygienic. It is rarely used to describe positive stickiness, such as the texture of a well-made mochi.
Examples
This sweet soup made my hands all sticky.
The weather is so humid, everything feels sticky and uncomfortable.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe the physical property of glue or adhesive tape, as those are better described by the word 黐.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
