lap1粒
Jyutpinglap1
Yalelāp
Definition
A classifier for small, round, or granular objects like grains, seeds, beads, or bullets.
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How it's used
Functions as the primary classifier for small, round, or granular objects like pills, beads, or even stars. It is also used colloquially to describe small, distinct items that do not fit neatly into other categories, such as a single pixel on a screen or a small piece of gravel.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for larger round objects like apples or oranges, which require the classifier 個. It is strictly for items small enough to be held easily between the fingers or perceived as tiny points.
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