ham3嵌
Jyutpingham3
Yaleham
Definition
To fit something precisely into a space.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the physical act of slotting or wedging an object into a specific, tight space. It implies a degree of precision where the object is meant to occupy that exact gap, often requiring some force or careful alignment. Unlike simply putting something inside, it suggests a snug or permanent placement.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 塞, which generally means to stuff or cram something into a space without regard for precision or fit. 嵌 implies that the object is designed to match the space it is being placed into.
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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.
