fo2 si2火屎
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Definition
Ember; hot, unburnt fragments of charcoal or other fuel that can be carried by the wind and cause fires.
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How it's used
The term is primarily used to describe small, glowing fragments of burning material that detach from a larger fire. It carries a sense of danger because these fragments are still hot enough to ignite other objects if they land on flammable surfaces. While it literally translates to fire excrement, it is a standard and descriptive way to refer to flying sparks or embers in a casual setting.
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A gust of wind blew by, and the embers flew everywhere.
Watch out for the embers, don't let them burn the carpet.
Related words
Common phrases
furious
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the common idiom 㷫過火屎, which describes someone who is extremely angry. Using the literal term to describe a person's temperament outside of that specific idiom will sound confusing or nonsensical to native speakers.
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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.
