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Definition
A Chinese writing brush made of weasel hair.
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How it's used
Professional calligraphers often prefer these brushes because the bristles are firm and resilient, making them ideal for precise strokes. They are distinct from softer brushes made of goat hair, which are better suited for different styles of ink wash painting. You will mostly encounter this term in specialized stationery shops or art classes.
Measure word
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This weasel-bristle brush is very smooth to write with.
Related words
Common phrases
weasel-bristle brush
Grammar color guide
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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.
