juk6 lim2浴簾浴帘
Jyutpingjuk6 lim2
Yaleyuhk lím
Definition
Shower curtain; a curtain used to partition a shower area from the rest of the bathroom.
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How it's used
People often refer to the act of pulling the shower curtain as 拉埋, which literally means to pull it until it is closed. It is common to see these curtains accumulate mildew quickly in the humid climate of Hong Kong, making it a frequent household chore to scrub or replace them.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
Remember to pull the shower curtain closed before you shower.
Related words
Common phrases
to pull the shower curtain closed
to change the shower curtain
Common mistake
Do not confuse 浴簾 with 窗簾, which refers to standard window curtains. While both use the character 簾, they serve completely different functions in the home.
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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.
