gyun2捲卷
Jyutpinggyun2
Yalegyún
Definition
To roll up or curl something into a cylinder; to sweep away.
- to roll up, wrap, or curl a thin object into a cylinder
- to sweep away or carry off, as by wind or waves
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the physical action of turning flat objects into a cylindrical shape. It is frequently used with directional particles like 起 or 埋 to indicate the completion or direction of the rolling action. Beyond the literal sense, it is also commonly used in metaphorical contexts where a force like wind or waves sweeps objects away.
Examples
He likes to roll up his sleeves when working.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid confusing this with 摺, which specifically refers to folding something flat rather than creating a cylinder. Using 捲 for clothes that are folded neatly in a drawer will sound unnatural.
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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.
