jau4 fui1油灰
Jyutpingjau4 fui1
Yaleyàuh fūi
Definition
Putty; a paste used to seal joint gaps or fix panes of glass.
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How it's used
Primarily used in construction and repair contexts for filling cracks or gaps in walls and windows. It is a technical term that is widely understood by tradespeople but less common in casual daily conversation unless one is actively performing home maintenance.
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gau6嚿gauhExamples
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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.
