joeng4 me1 sou1羊咩鬚羊咩须
Jyutpingjoeng4 me1 sou1
Yaleyèuhng mē sōu
Definition
Goat2e; a style of facial hair where only the chin hair is kept.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a small, pointed beard on the chin, resembling the tuft of hair found on a goat. It is often used in a slightly playful or descriptive way rather than as a formal term for facial hair. The term captures the visual similarity to the animal's chin hair perfectly.
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He grew a goatee and looks quite mature.
When did you start growing a goatee?
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a full beard or a mustache, as it exclusively refers to the chin area. Using it for any other style of facial hair will sound confusing to native speakers.
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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.
