jyu5 mou4羽毛
Jyutpingjyu5 mou4
Yaleyúh mòuh
Definition
Feather; plume; the body covering unique to birds.
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How it's used
While 羽毛 is the standard term, it is often used in a more formal or biological context compared to just calling them 毛. When referring to a single feather, speakers frequently use the classifier 條 for long or distinct feathers, or 執 when referring to a small bunch or a tuft of feathers that have fallen off.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
The feathers on this little bird are very pretty.
Do you see a feather on the ground?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 羽毛 with 毛髮, but 毛髮 specifically refers to human hair or body hair, whereas 羽毛 is strictly for birds.
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