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Definition
A necklace made of precious stones.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in literary or formal contexts to describe high-quality jewelry, often made of jade or pearls. In modern daily speech, people almost exclusively use 頸鏈 instead, making this word sound quite elegant or archaic. It is rarely heard in casual conversation unless one is specifically describing traditional or antique ornaments.
Measure word
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She is wearing a necklace of precious stones around her neck.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word for everyday metal chains or simple necklaces, as it specifically implies precious stones or ornate materials. Using it for a basic silver chain will sound unnatural or overly dramatic.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
