naau4鐃铙
Jyutpingnaau4
Yalenàauh
Definition
Big cymbals or an ancient bronze percussion instrument.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the large, heavy brass cymbals used in traditional Chinese percussion ensembles, such as those found in lion dance performances. It is rarely used in casual conversation outside of discussing traditional music or cultural events. The sound is often described as sharp and clashing, contributing to the energetic atmosphere of festive occasions.
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deoi3對deuiExamples
They are playing the cymbals very loudly.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 鈸, which is a more common and general term for cymbals in many contexts. While they are often used interchangeably in casual speech, 鐃 specifically implies a larger or more specialized instrument.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
