faa1 cou2花草
Jyutpingfaa1 cou2
Yalefā chóu
Definition
Flowers and plants; vegetation.
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How it's used
Refers collectively to ornamental plants and greenery in a garden or natural setting. It is often used as a general term for landscaping or the plants one keeps at home, rather than referring to specific species. When talking about caring for them, it is common to use the verb 淋 to describe watering them.
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di1啲dīExamples
Many flowers and grasses are planted in the park.
Could you please help me water the plants when you are free?
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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.
