lok6 jip6落葉落叶
Jyutpinglok6 jip6
Yalelohk yihp
Definition
Fallen leaves; leaves that have withered and fallen to the ground due to the changing seasons.
neutralnature
How it's used
Refers specifically to leaves that have detached from a tree due to seasonal changes or decay. While it functions as a noun, it is often used in descriptive contexts to set a scene of autumn or neglect. It is less common to use this word in casual conversation compared to simply saying 枯葉 or 樹葉.
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The ground is covered with fallen leaves, it is so beautiful.
Do you see those fallen leaves flying around?
Related words
Common phrases
to sweep fallen leaves
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Grammar guides
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