laam6 geng2 gan1攬頸巾揽颈巾
Jyutpinglaam6 geng2 gan1
Yalelaahm géng gān
Definition
To wear a scarf around one's neck.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
The verb 攬 literally means to hug or embrace, which perfectly captures the cozy feeling of wrapping a scarf around your neck. It is a very natural, informal way to describe putting on this specific accessory. You will rarely hear people use the more generic 戴 when talking about scarves in casual conversation.
Examples
It is cold outside, remember to wear a scarf.
Related words
Common phrases
wearing a scarf
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 戴, which is the standard verb for wearing accessories like glasses or hats. While 戴 is technically correct for a scarf, native speakers prefer 攬 because it emphasizes the action of wrapping it around the neck.
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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.
