cou2 zi2草紙草纸
Jyutpingcou2 zi2
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Definition
Coarse toilet paper.
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How it's used
Historically referring to rough, coarse paper used for hygiene, this term is now often used interchangeably with 廁紙 in casual speech. While older generations might specifically mean the low-quality, non-soft paper, younger speakers frequently use it as a generic term for any paper used in the bathroom. It carries a slightly more informal or rustic feel compared to the more modern 廁紙.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin term 草紙, which can sometimes refer to yellow, unbleached paper used for ritualistic burning or calligraphy, as the Cantonese usage is strictly focused on bathroom hygiene.
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