maat3 dei6抹地
Jyutpingmaat3 dei6
Yalemaat deih
Definition
To mop, wipe, or clean the floor.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the action of cleaning a floor, usually with a wet cloth or mop. While it can be used for any method of wiping, it is most commonly associated with using a mop to clean up spills or perform routine household chores. It is a very practical, everyday verb that fits perfectly into discussions about housework.
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mop the floor clean
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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.
