jiu1 daai2腰帶腰带
Jyutpingjiu1 daai2
Yaleyīu dáai
Definition
Belt; a strap worn around the waist.
neutralclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to the accessory worn around the waist to hold up trousers or for decoration. While 皮帶 is often used interchangeably for leather belts, 腰帶 is the more generic term covering all materials including fabric or woven styles.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
The belt is too loose, you need to tighten it.
Where did you buy your belt?
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
