jat6液
Jyutpingjat6
Yaleyaht
Definition
Liquid; fluid.
neutralother
How it's used
Functions primarily as a bound morpheme in compound words rather than as a standalone noun in daily speech. When referring to liquids in general, speakers almost always use the full term 液體 instead of just the character itself. It is most commonly encountered in scientific or medical contexts like 血液 or 唾液.
Examples
What kind of liquid is this?
He accidentally spilled some chemical liquid.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this character alone to mean liquid in casual conversation, as it will sound like you are reading from a textbook. Always use the full word 液體 to sound natural.
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Grammar guides
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