fu3副
Jyutpingfu3
Yalefu
Definition
A classifier for a set, pack, pair, or kit of objects.
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How it's used
This measure word is specifically reserved for sets of items that function as a single unit, such as glasses, dentures, or card games. It implies that the individual components are meant to be kept together to serve a complete purpose. You will rarely hear it applied to generic groups of objects that lack this inherent functional connection.
Examples
Related words
Common phrases
a pair of glasses
a set of dentures
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with standard classifiers like 個 or 隻. Using 副 for a general group of items will sound unnatural, as it strictly denotes a cohesive set or a pair of something like spectacles.
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