hon6 mou4汗毛
Jyutpinghon6 mou4
Yalehohn mòuh
Definition
Fine body hair on the limbs and torso, excluding hair on the head, underarms, or pubic area.
colloquialbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to the fine, soft hair found on the limbs or back, rather than thick hair like scalp hair or underarm hair. It is often used when discussing grooming or when someone is teased for having particularly visible or dense arm hair.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
His arms are covered in body hair, just like a monkey.
Related words
Common phrases
to shave body hair
Common mistake
Do not use this word for hair on the head, which is always referred to as 頭髮. Using it for thick or coarse hair can sound unnatural or even insulting.
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Grammar guides
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