mok6膜
Jyutpingmok6
Yalemohk
Definition
Membrane; a thin, flexible skin or layer, sometimes artificially made.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to thin, pliable layers or films, whether biological like the retina or synthetic like plastic wrap. It carries a sense of fragility and transparency. In everyday speech, it is often used in medical or technical contexts rather than casual conversation.
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cang4層chànghExamples
The membrane in his eye seems to have some issues.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe thicker layers or skins like fruit peels or animal skin, where 皮 is the correct term. It is strictly for thin, film-like structures.
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Grammar guides
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