fau2缶
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Yalefáu
Definition
An ancient pottery vessel; Kangxi radical 121.
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How it's used
Primarily encountered as a KangXi radical, this character is extremely rare in modern spoken Cantonese. It refers to ancient earthenware vessels and is almost exclusively used in historical, archaeological, or literary contexts. You will rarely hear it in daily conversation, as modern speakers prefer terms like 煲 or 罌 for containers.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 罐, which is the common word for a metal can or tin. Using 缶 in a modern context to describe a soda can or food container will sound archaic or confusing to native speakers.
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