gwat1 gam2骨感
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Yalegwāt gám
Definition
Svelte or slender, referring to a thin person whose bone structure is prominent but aesthetically pleasing.
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How it's used
Unlike the word 瘦 which can imply being sickly or weak, 骨感 carries a positive connotation of elegance and fashionability. It is frequently used in the context of fashion, modeling, or describing someone with a lean, defined physique. You will rarely hear it used to describe someone who is simply thin due to illness or lack of nutrition.
Examples
She has a slender figure, so she looks great in clothes.
Do you find this kind of bony beauty attractive?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is underweight or frail, as it is specifically a compliment for a stylish, lean appearance. Using it for someone who is clearly unhealthy will sound sarcastic or rude.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
