hau6 mei5 zam2後尾枕后尾枕
Jyutpinghau6 mei5 zam2
Yalehauh méih jám
Definition
The back of the head.
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How it's used
This term is the standard way to refer to the occipital region in daily life, sounding much more natural than the formal medical term. It is frequently used in the idiom 鬼拍後尾枕, which describes someone accidentally revealing a secret they intended to keep. The imagery suggests that a supernatural force forced the truth out of them from behind.
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Common phrases
a Freudian slip
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 頭殼頂, which refers to the crown or top of the head. Using them interchangeably will cause confusion as they describe distinct anatomical areas.
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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.
