jau4 zin1油氈油毡
Jyutpingjau4 zin1
Yaleyàuh jīn
Definition
Asphalt felt or linoleum.
- technicalasphalt felt; tar paper
- linoleum
colloquialhome
How it's used
Refers specifically to the heavy, durable material used for flooring or roofing. It is commonly associated with older public housing estates or traditional village houses in Hong Kong where it was a popular, low-cost flooring solution. The term is rarely used in modern interior design contexts, as newer synthetic materials have largely replaced it.
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faai3塊faiExamples
This place used to be covered with a lot of linoleum.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general floor coverings or carpets, but it specifically refers to the distinct, smooth, rubbery-textured material. Do not use it to describe modern vinyl flooring or tiles.
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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.
