haai4鞋
Jyutpinghaai4
Yalehàaih
Definition
Shoes; footwear worn to protect the feet and make walking easier.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
Shoes are almost always referred to in pairs using the measure word 對. When talking about the act of putting them on, use the verb 著 instead of 穿. It is culturally standard to remove them before entering a home, so you will frequently hear the phrase 除鞋 in social contexts.
Measure word
deoi3對deuiExamples
Remember to take off your shoes when you get home.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse 著 with 戴, but 著 is specifically for clothing and shoes that cover a large part of the body, whereas 戴 is for accessories like watches, glasses, or hats.
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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.
