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Definition
Precious stone; glazed, luster glass.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a type of ancient Chinese colored glass or glazed material often used in architectural decorations or high-end crafts. It is rarely used as a standalone noun in daily speech, appearing almost exclusively as part of the compound 琉璃. When describing modern glass, speakers prefer using 玻璃 instead.
Examples
This accessory looks like it is made of glazed glass.
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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.
