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Definition
Shoehorn; or figuratively, a long face with a protruding chin.
- shoehorn; a curved tool used to help slide the foot into a shoe
- figurativea long face with a protruding chin
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How it's used
Beyond its literal function as a tool for putting on shoes, this term is frequently used as a derogatory descriptor for someone with a prominent, protruding chin or a long, narrow face. It carries a mocking tone when applied to physical appearance, so it should be avoided in polite or formal conversation. The comparison relies on the curved, elongated shape of the traditional metal or plastic tool.
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Common phrases
a face with a protruding chin
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 抽鞋, which is a verb phrase meaning to pull or tug on shoes, as the characters are reversed and the meaning is entirely different.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
