gwaai2 zoeng2枴杖拐杖
Jyutpinggwaai2 zoeng2
Yalegwáai jéung
Definition
A walking stick, cane, or crutch.
colloquialhealthbody
How it's used
Distinguish between a simple walking stick for stability and a medical crutch for injury support, as both are covered by this term. It is common to see elderly people using these for balance, and the word carries a neutral, descriptive tone rather than a derogatory one.
Measure word
zi1支jīExamples
Grandpa needs to use a walking stick to walk.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the measure word for stick-like objects. While 支 is the standard classifier for a walking stick, using 個 is a common mistake that sounds unnatural to native speakers.
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Particle
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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.
