long3晾
Jyutpinglong3
Yalelong
Definition
To hang items, usually clothes, in the air to dry.
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How it's used
Used primarily for items that need air circulation to dry, such as laundry or bedding. It implies placing items on a rack, line, or pole rather than just hanging them on a hook or hanger for storage. When referring to the act of hanging clothes, it is almost always paired with 衫.
Examples
The weather is so nice today, hurry up and hang the clothes to dry.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 掛, which is a general term for hanging something on a hook or nail for storage or display. Use 晾 specifically when the purpose is to let something dry or air out.
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