ji2 sau2椅手
Jyutpingji2 sau2
Yaleyí sáu
Definition
The armrest of a chair.
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How it's used
While technically correct, many native speakers simply refer to this part of a chair as 扶手. Using 椅手 is specific to the chair context, whereas 扶手 is a broader term used for any kind of handrail or support bar found on stairs, buses, or escalators.
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It is very comfortable to rest your arms on the armrests.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 扶手, which is the much more common term for any handle or rail used for support. If you say 椅手, people will understand you, but it sounds slightly more descriptive or technical than the everyday word.
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