kui1繪绘
Jyutpingkui1
Yalekūi
Definition
To draw or paint.
writtendaily actions
How it's used
This character is primarily a bound morpheme in Cantonese and rarely stands alone as a verb in spoken language. It is almost exclusively found in formal or academic compound words like 繪畫 or 繪圖. For the everyday action of drawing or painting, speakers naturally use 畫 instead.
Examples
She really likes drawing and paints all the time.
Do you know how to draw diagrams?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often try to use this as a standalone verb in casual conversation, but it sounds overly formal or literary. Always use 畫 for daily activities like sketching or painting.
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Grammar guides
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