mei5 seot6美術美术
Jyutpingmei5 seot6
Yaleméih seuht
Definition
Fine arts; the process of creating visual works that express creativity or aesthetic beauty.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the academic or professional study of visual arts rather than general creative hobbies. It is frequently used in school settings to describe the subject of art class. When discussing general creative activities, people often prefer using 畫畫 or 藝術 instead.
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He loves fine arts and goes to the studio to paint all the time.
What do you think of this piece of fine art?
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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.
