cim1 jiu1纖腰纤腰
Jyutpingcim1 jiu1
Yalechīm yīu
Definition
Slender waist, usually of a female.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in descriptive or slightly literary contexts to emphasize elegance and grace. It is much more specific than simply saying 幼腰, which is a neutral, physical description. You will often encounter it in media, beauty advertisements, or when complimenting someone's figure in a somewhat poetic way.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
She showed off her slender waist while dancing, it was so beautiful.
How did you manage to train for such a slender waist?
Related words
Common phrases
slender enough to be encircled by one's hands
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe men, as it is almost exclusively reserved for female beauty standards in Cantonese. Using it for a man would sound highly unusual or intentionally sarcastic.
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