fo2 zeoi2火咀
Jyutpingfo2 zeoi2
Yalefó jéui
Definition
Spark plug; an engine component used to produce a spark for ignition.
colloquialtransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to the ignition component in internal combustion engines. While the term 火星塞 is understood in Hong Kong due to influence from other regions, locals almost exclusively use 火咀 in daily conversation when discussing vehicle maintenance.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
The car won't start, the spark plug might be broken.
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
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.
