dok6 san1 deng6 zou6度身訂做度身定做
Jyutpingdok6 san1 deng6 zou6
Yaledohk sān dehng jouh
Definition
To tailor; to make clothes according to a person's body measurements.
colloquialclothingdaily actions
How it's used
While originally referring strictly to clothing, the term is now frequently used metaphorically to describe any service or plan customized to fit a specific person's needs. It carries a sense of high quality and exclusivity, implying that the result is a perfect match for the recipient.
Examples
This suit was tailor-made for me by the master.
Related words
Common phrases
tailor-made clothes
customized service
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the simple verb 度, which means to measure. Always use the full phrase when referring to the act of tailoring, as just saying 度身 might sound incomplete or overly literal.
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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.
