muk6目
Jyutpingmuk6
Yalemuhk
Definition
Eye.
neutralbody
How it's used
While 目 is the formal or literary term for eye, it is almost exclusively replaced by 眼 in everyday spoken Cantonese. You will primarily encounter 目 in compound words or formal contexts like medical terminology or specific idioms. Using it in casual conversation to refer to your own eyes will sound unnatural or overly poetic.
Measure word
deoi3對deuiExamples
How far do you estimate this is by eye?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using 目 as a standalone noun in daily speech, as it will sound like you are reading from a classical text. Always use 眼 when referring to the physical body part.
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Grammar guides
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