kwai4 sin3葵扇
Jyutpingkwai4 sin3
Yalekwàih sin
Definition
Spade (the suit in a pack of playing cards); a palm leaf fan
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional fan made from the dried leaves of the fan palm, which is a common sight in older neighborhoods or traditional markets. When used in the context of playing cards, it is the standard term for the spade suit, distinguishing it from the other three suits.
Measure word
baa2把báExamples
nei5 sau2 paai2 jau5 mou5 kwai4 sin3 aa4
你手牌有冇葵扇呀？
Do you have any spades in your hand?
Related words
Common phrases
kwai4 sin3
葵扇A
Ace of spades
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general term 扇, which covers all types of fans. While 葵扇 is a specific type of fan, using it to refer to a folding fan or an electric fan would be incorrect.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
