fuk1 gei1腹肌
Jyutpingfuk1 gei1
Yalefūk gēi
Definition
Abdominal muscles; abs.
colloquialbodysports
How it's used
Refers specifically to the visible muscle definition rather than just the general stomach area. It is almost always paired with the classifier 嚿 when describing the physical appearance of the muscles, emphasizing their individual, block-like shape.
Measure word
gau6嚿gauhExamples
He worked out until his abs popped out.
How many ab exercises do you do every day?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using 腹肌 to refer to the stomach area in general, as it strictly denotes the muscle tissue. Use 肚 if you are talking about the belly or stomach area itself.
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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.
