diu3 nei6釣餌钓饵
Jyutpingdiu3 nei6
Yalediu neih
Definition
Bait for catching fish.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical material used to attract fish, whereas the act of luring or enticing someone is expressed through other verbs. While it is a standard noun in angling, it is rarely used in metaphorical contexts compared to English where bait can imply a trap or provocation.
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fan2份fánExamples
This kind of bait is very effective at getting fish to bite.
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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.
