cim1 haau2纖巧纤巧

Jyutpingcim1 haau2

Yalechīm háau

形容詞

Definition

Slim, slender, or dainty and delicate.

slender; slim; graceful in movement
dainty; fine; delicate; small and exquisitely made

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How it's used

Focuses on a combination of small size and refined, graceful craftsmanship. While it can describe a person's physique, it is more frequently applied to objects like jewelry, watches, or small tools that look elegant and precise. It carries a positive connotation of being well-made rather than just small.

Examples

keoi5佢deoi3對sau2手hou2好cim1纖haau2巧，hou2好sik1適hap6合taan4彈kam4琴。

Her hands are very dainty, perfect for playing the piano.

le1呢gin2件sik1飾mat6物cit3設gai3計dak1得hou2好cim1纖haau2巧。

This accessory is designed very delicately.

Common phrases

cim1纖haau2巧san1身jing4形

slender and graceful figure

cit3設gai3計cim1纖haau2巧

delicate design

Common mistake

Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply thin or skinny, as it implies a sense of grace and delicacy that 瘦 lacks. It is not used for large items even if they are thin or narrow.