jim5 liu2染料
Jyutpingjim5 liu2
Yaleyíhm líu
Definition
Dye; a coloring substance used for dyeing materials.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to industrial or chemical substances used to change the color of textiles or materials. While it functions as a noun, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing crafts, manufacturing, or art projects. In everyday speech, people are more likely to describe the action of coloring something using verbs like 染.
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zung3種jungExamples
This type of plant can be processed into dye.
Do you know where they sell natural dyes?
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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.
