hing1 haau2輕巧轻巧
Jyutpinghing1 haau2
Yalehīng háau
Definition
Lightweight, small, and handy; also used to describe smooth, agile movements.
- lightweight, compact, and easy to carry
- smooth, effortless, and agile
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How it's used
Focuses on the combination of physical lightness and ease of handling. While it can describe objects, it is also frequently used to praise the design of gadgets or tools that do not feel cumbersome. It implies a sense of clever or efficient engineering rather than just low weight.
Examples
This camera is light and handy, it is very convenient to carry out for photos.
Related words
Common phrases
light and handy design
light, handy and convenient
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a person who is physically light in weight, as that would be 輕盈. It is strictly for objects or tools that are easy to manipulate.
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Grammar guides
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