ji2 zin3椅墊椅垫
Jyutpingji2 zin3
Yaleyí jin
Definition
A soft cushion placed on a chair for comfort when sitting.
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How it's used
People often use this term specifically for cushions designed for chairs or benches rather than decorative throw pillows for sofas. It emphasizes the functional aspect of providing comfort during long periods of sitting. You will frequently hear it in the context of office chairs or hard wooden dining chairs.
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This cushion is very soft, it feels comfortable to sit on.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 枕頭, which refers strictly to a pillow for sleeping. Using 枕頭 to describe a seat cushion sounds unnatural to native speakers.
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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.
