jiu1 gaan1腰間腰间
Jyutpingjiu1 gaan1
Yaleyīu gāan
Definition
Around the waist; somewhere near the waist.
neutralbodyclothing
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical area around the waist rather than the waist itself as a body part. It is frequently used when describing where items like keys, pouches, or weapons are carried or attached. It functions as a spatial reference point rather than a anatomical term.
Examples
He has a keychain hanging from his waist.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 腰, which refers to the waist itself. Using 腰間 when you mean the body part can sound like you are referring to the space surrounding the waist rather than the anatomy.
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