cung4 mou4松毛
Jyutpingcung4 mou4
Yalechùhng mòuh
Definition
Pine needle; the leaf of a pine tree.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the needle-like foliage of pine trees. Unlike the general word for leaves, this term highlights the distinct, thin, and pointed shape characteristic of conifers. It is rarely used in urban settings unless describing plants in a park or hiking.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
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Common phrases
pine caterpillar
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