long6 gon1晾乾晾干
Jyutpinglong6 gon1
Yalelohng gōn
Definition
To hang-dry; to air-dry wet items by hanging them up.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the process of evaporation through exposure to air or wind rather than using a machine. It is the standard term for hanging laundry on a rack or balcony to dry. When referring to hair or skin, it implies letting it dry naturally without using a hairdryer or towel.
Examples
Remember to air dry your hair after washing it.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 烘乾, which specifically refers to drying something using heat or a machine like a tumble dryer.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
