gei2 pei4麂皮
Jyutpinggei2 pei4
Yalegéi pèih
Definition
Suede; a type of leather with a napped finish, commonly used for bags, gloves, or shoes.
neutralclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to the soft, napped finish of leather rather than just any leather. It is frequently used in fashion contexts to describe footwear and accessories that require careful maintenance to avoid water or oil damage.
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faai3塊faiExamples
Where did you buy that suede bag?
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Common mistake
Often confused with 猄皮, which is technically a specific type of deer leather, though in casual Hong Kong speech, people sometimes use the two terms interchangeably to refer to any suede-like material.
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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.
