faat3 gaap2髮夾发夹
Jyutpingfaat3 gaap2
Yalefaat gáap
Definition
Hair clip; a small tool used to secure hair.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to the small, often plastic or metal accessories used to pin back sections of hair. While it functions as a noun, it is frequently used in casual conversation when someone notices a friend's new accessory or helps them pick up something they dropped.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
Where can I buy this style of hair clip?
Common phrases
to clip one's hair
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 髮圈, which refers to a hair tie or scrunchie made of elastic material. Remember that 髮夾 must have a clipping or clamping mechanism to be used correctly.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
