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Definition
Hat or headgear; also used to refer to a crest or comb on an animal's head.
- hat; cap; headgear
- crest; comb on an animal's head
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the fleshy growth on the head of birds like chickens or roosters. While it shares a character with formal terms for headwear like 衣冠, it is rarely used in daily speech to describe a hat, where 帽 is the standard choice.
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Common phrases
cockscomb
Common mistake
Do not use this to mean a hat in casual conversation, as it will sound archaic or confusing. Stick to 帽 for headwear.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
