laap6蠟蜡
Jyutpinglaap6
Yalelaahp
Definition
Wax; a solid, greasy, water-insoluble, and highly malleable substance typically extracted from plants or animals.
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How it's used
Beyond the literal substance, this term is frequently used in the context of car maintenance or grooming products like hair wax. When referring to the act of applying wax, it is common to use the verb phrase 打蠟. It is distinct from oil or grease because of its solid state at room temperature and its specific use for protective coating or candles.
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gau6嚿gauhExamples
This wax is very fragrant; light it up and the whole room will smell like it.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
