coi4 zin2裁剪
Jyutpingcoi4 zin2
Yalechòih jín
Definition
To cut fabric to alter its shape; to crop an image in editing software.
- to cut textile or fabric to shape
- technicalto crop a digital photo or image
neutralclothingdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical act of cutting fabric or materials to shape them for sewing or tailoring. While it can be used for digital cropping in modern contexts, it is primarily associated with the craft of garment making. Distinguish this from general cutting verbs like 剪, which is a broader term for using scissors on any material.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 裁剪 with 剪裁. 裁剪 is the verb for the physical action of cutting fabric, whereas 剪裁 is typically a noun referring to the style, cut, or tailoring of a garment.
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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.
