miu5 tiu5窈窕
Jyutpingmiu5 tiu5
Yalemíuh tíuh
Definition
Slim, slender, and graceful; used to describe a woman's figure.
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How it's used
Literary in origin, this word is primarily used in formal writing or when someone wants to sound slightly poetic or hyperbolic in speech. It carries a sense of elegance and grace that simple adjectives like 瘦 do not possess. It is almost exclusively reserved for describing the female form.
Examples
She exercises so much, of course her figure is slim.
How do you manage to keep such a slender figure?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe men or objects, as it specifically implies a feminine, delicate beauty. Using it in casual conversation can sometimes sound overly dramatic or sarcastic depending on the context.
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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.
