mo4 syun2磨損磨损
Jyutpingmo4 syun2
Yalemòh syún
Definition
To wear away or deteriorate due to friction.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on physical degradation caused by friction or repetitive contact over time. It is commonly used for mechanical parts, footwear, or industrial equipment rather than for abstract concepts like patience or relationships. When describing skin irritation caused by rubbing, people often prefer using 擦損 instead.
Examples
These shoes have been worn for a long time, the soles are completely worn out.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe general damage or breaking something, as it specifically implies a gradual loss of material due to friction. If an object is broken by impact, use 爛 or 碎 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
