cou2 dei6草地
Jyutpingcou2 dei6
Yalechóu deih
Definition
Lawn, meadow, or grassland; a piece of land covered with grass.
colloquialnatureplaces
How it's used
People often use 笪 to describe a patch of grass, as it emphasizes a specific, localized area of ground. While 塊 is perfectly acceptable, 笪 carries a more casual, conversational feel when talking about outdoor spaces.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
Let's go sit on the lawn for a while.
You are not allowed to step onto this lawn.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using the Mandarin-style measure word 片, as it sounds unnatural in spoken Cantonese when referring to a lawn or field.
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Grammar guides
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