mou5 si6 dou1武士刀
Jyutpingmou5 si6 dou1
Yalemóuh sih dōu
Definition
Katana; a traditional Japanese sword.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the curved, single-edged blades associated with samurai culture. While often used broadly in casual conversation to describe any Japanese-style sword, collectors or martial arts practitioners may distinguish between specific types like katana or wakizashi.
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baa2把báExamples
He keeps a Japanese sword in his house.
Do you know where they sell Japanese swords?
Related words
Common phrases
collect Japanese swords
a Japanese sword
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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.
