goe3 ci2鋸齒锯齿
Jyutpinggoe3 ci2
Yalegeu chí
Definition
Sawtooth; the sharp teeth on a saw, or a jagged, zigzag pattern.
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How it's used
Beyond describing physical blades, this term is frequently used to describe any jagged or serrated edge on objects like leaves, stamps, or even graphs showing fluctuating data. It functions as a descriptive noun rather than a verb, focusing on the visual pattern of alternating peaks and valleys.
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paai4排pàihExamples
The sawtooth on this knife is very sharp, be careful not to cut your hand.
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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.
