leoi5 dai2裡底里底
Jyutpingleoi5 dai2
Yaleléuih dái
Definition
Inside; within; the inner side or interior of something.
colloquialplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to a location or space, often emphasizing the interior part of an object or room. While interchangeable with 入面 in many contexts, it carries a slightly more descriptive nuance of being deep inside or contained within something. It is common to hear it used when someone is physically inside an enclosed area.
Examples
What is inside the bag?
He is hiding inside the room.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 入面, which is much more common in daily speech. While 裡底 is perfectly correct, it can sound slightly more formal or regional depending on the speaker's background.
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Grammar guides
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