laang5 mou6冷帽
Jyutpinglaang5 mou6
Yaleláahng mouh
Definition
A knit cap or beanie, usually made of wool and worn to keep warm in winter.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
The term specifically refers to caps made of wool or synthetic yarn, often associated with winter fashion or outdoor activities. Unlike formal hats, it carries a casual, cozy connotation and is frequently used to describe beanies or pom-pom hats.
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ding2頂díngExamples
It is so cold, remember to wear your knit cap.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with generic terms for hats like 帽, as this specifically implies the knitted material. Using it for a baseball cap or a sun hat would be incorrect.
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