juk6浴
Jyutpingjuk6
Yaleyuhk
Definition
To bathe, wash oneself, or be immersed in something.
- to bathe; to wash oneself to get clean
- figurativeto be completely surrounded or immersed by something
colloquialdaily actionshealth
How it's used
The character 浴 is rarely used as a standalone verb in spoken Cantonese. Instead, it functions primarily as a morpheme in compound words like 沖涼 or 浸浴. When referring to the act of bathing, native speakers almost exclusively use the verb phrase 沖涼.
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Common mistake
Do not use 浴 as a standalone verb in casual conversation, as it sounds formal or literary. Always use 沖涼 when talking about taking a shower or bath in daily life.
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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.
