kwaa3胯
Jyutpingkwaa3
Yalekwa
Definition
Crotch, hip, or thighs.
neutralbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to the area where the legs meet the torso, covering both the hip joint and the crotch. While it can be used for the hip, people often use 髖骨 or 盆骨 when referring specifically to the hip bone in a medical or anatomical context. In daily life, it is most frequently used to describe clothing fit or injuries sustained from a fall.
Examples
He fell and hurt his hip, it hurts so much he cannot walk.
These pants are too tight, making the crotch area very uncomfortable.
Related words
Common phrases
between the legs
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 胯下, which specifically refers to the space between the legs. Using 胯 alone is sufficient for the body part, but be aware that it is a slightly more clinical or descriptive term rather than one used in casual anatomy talk.
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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.
