jit6 seoi2 wu2熱水壺热水壶
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Yaleyiht séui wú
Definition
Thermos; vacuum flask or hot water kettle.
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How it's used
While technically referring to a container for hot water, the term is often used interchangeably with 暖壺 or 保溫壺 in daily life. It specifically implies a vessel designed to keep liquids at a high temperature for an extended period. You will frequently hear it used in office or home settings when someone is looking for a refill.
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Pour me a cup of hot water, where is the thermos?
This thermos has very poor heat retention.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with an electric kettle, which is usually called 電熱水煲. Using 熱水壺 for an electric kettle can cause confusion as the listener might expect a vacuum-insulated flask instead of a heating appliance.
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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.
