ci3 pong4翅膀
Jyutpingci3 pong4
Yalechi pòhng
Definition
Wings of an animal.
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How it's used
While 翅膀 is the standard term for the wings of birds or insects, it is rarely used when referring to food. In a culinary context, always use 翼 to describe chicken or duck wings. Using 翅膀 to order food will sound unnatural and confusing to a waiter.
Measure word
deoi3對deuiExamples
The bird is injured and cannot fly; one of its wings cannot move.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 翅膀 with 翼. Remember that 翅膀 is strictly for biological or metaphorical wings, whereas 翼 is the go-to character for poultry parts like 雞翼.
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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.
