kai1 seoi2溪水

Jyutpingkai1 seoi2
Yalekāi séui

Definition

Creek water; water from a brook or stream.

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How it's used

Refers specifically to water flowing in a small stream or brook, often implying a natural or mountainous setting. It is rarely used in urban contexts where terms like 水 or 自來水 are more appropriate. When describing the quality of the water, it is common to pair it with adjectives like 清 or 凍.

Measure word

di1啲dī

Examples

。
The creek water here is very clear.
？
Do you dare to drink this creek water?

Related words

see alsoho4 seoi2河水hòh séuisee alsosaan1 seoi2山水sān séui

Common phrases

the creek water is crystal clear
the gurgling sound of creek water

Grammar color guide

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