long2 hau2𠺘口
Jyutpinglong2 hau2
Yalelóng háu
Definition
To rinse one's mouth with water or other liquids.
colloquialdaily actionshealth
How it's used
This verb specifically refers to the action of swishing liquid around the mouth to clean it, rather than just drinking or gargling. It is a standard part of daily hygiene routines in Hong Kong, often following meals or brushing teeth. You will frequently hear it used in the context of dental care or after eating pungent foods.
Examples
Remember to rinse your mouth after eating.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 漱口, which is the formal or written term. While 漱口 is understood, 𠺘口 is the natural, everyday spoken choice.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
