ngaan5 geng2眼鏡眼镜
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Definition
Glasses; spectacles worn to correct vision.
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How it's used
When talking about wearing glasses, Cantonese speakers use the verb 戴. It is common to add the measure word 副 before the noun when referring to a specific pair of glasses. You will often hear people drop the word 眼鏡 entirely when the context is clear, simply saying 戴副眼鏡 or 拎副眼鏡.
Measure word
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Related words
Common phrases
to wear glasses
to get a new pair of glasses
to take off glasses
Common mistake
Do not confuse the verb 戴 with 帶. 戴 is specifically for wearing accessories like glasses, hats, or watches, while 帶 means to bring or carry something along with you.
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Grammar guides
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