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Jyutpinggaa1 saa1
Yalegā sā
Definition
Kasaya; a patchwork monk's robe worn by Buddhist clergy.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the outer garment worn by Buddhist monks, often associated with formal ceremonies or religious practice. While it is a specialized term, it is widely understood in Hong Kong due to the prevalence of Buddhist temples and the visibility of monks in public life. It is distinct from everyday casual clothing worn by monastics in private settings.
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Common phrases
to wear a kasaya
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
