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Yalefòhng séui bíu
Definition
A waterproof watch.
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How it's used
People often just use 錶 to refer to a watch in casual conversation, but adding 防水 clarifies the specific feature. It is common to see this term used when discussing sports watches or diving gear. The term focuses on the functional capability of the item rather than just its style.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
How is the water resistance of your watch?
Related words
Common phrases
waterproof watch functions
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse the character 表 with 錶. While 表 is used for tables or forms, 錶 is the specific character for a timepiece or watch.
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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.
