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Definition
Velveteen; a type of cotton fabric with a short, thick pile.
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How it's used
Cotton velvet or velveteen is a specific fabric choice often associated with winter clothing or upholstery in Hong Kong. It is distinct from silk velvet, which is usually referred to as 絲絨. When shopping for clothes, you will often hear people describe the tactile quality of the fabric using this term to distinguish it from cheaper synthetic alternatives.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 絲絨, which is the term for silk velvet. While both are types of velvet, they have different material compositions and price points.
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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.
