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Definition
Bakelite; phenolic plastic or phenolplast.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in technical, industrial, or historical contexts rather than daily casual conversation. Most Hong Kong people will simply refer to this material as 膠 or 塑膠 unless they are specifically discussing antique electronics, vintage kitchenware, or chemical properties. It is a loan translation from scientific terminology, so it sounds quite formal or academic to the average speaker.
Examples
This old radio is made of Bakelite.
Do you know how to recycle this kind of phenolic plastic?
Related words
Common phrases
phenolic plastic products
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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.
