faat3 mei5髮尾发尾
Jyutpingfaat3 mei5
Yalefaat méih
Definition
The ends or tips of hair.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the very tips of the hair rather than the length or the scalp. It is most frequently used in the context of hair care, particularly when discussing damage or the need for a trim at a salon.
Measure word
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Your hair ends are all split, you should go get them trimmed.
I want to trim my hair ends, about two inches will do.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 頭髮, which refers to hair in general. Remember that 髮尾 is a specific location on the hair strand, not the hair itself.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
