jau1 zi2 fu4休止符
Jyutpingjau1 zi2 fu4
Yaleyāu jí fùh
Definition
Rest; a musical notation mark indicating a temporary pause or silence.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal music education or professional contexts, this term is the standard translation for the musical symbol. While it is a technical term, it is widely understood by anyone who has taken music lessons in Hong Kong schools. It functions as a concrete noun representing a specific visual mark on a staff.
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This piece of music needs a rest to sound good.
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