joek6 jyun2藥丸药丸
Jyutpingjoek6 jyun2
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Definition
Pill or capsule; medicine in the form of a small round mass or capsule to be swallowed.
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How it's used
While 藥丸 is the standard term for a pill, locals often use the diminutive 丸仔 to refer to them in a more casual or affectionate way. It is common to pair this with the verb 吞, emphasizing the act of swallowing the medication whole rather than chewing it.
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nap1粒nāpExamples
Do you remember to take two pills every day?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using 藥丸 to refer to liquid medicine or powder, as it specifically denotes solid, small, round, or capsule-shaped medication.
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