ngan4 sik1銀色银色
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Definition
Silver; a shiny, lustrous grey color characteristic of silver and other metals.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the metallic color rather than the precious metal itself. It is frequently used when describing modern gadgets, vehicles, or fashion accessories that have a reflective, cool-toned finish. Unlike some other colors, it is almost always treated as a noun or a descriptive attribute rather than a verb.
Examples
He bought a silver sports car, it's so cool.
Do you think silver matches my shirt?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe the material silver, which is referred to as 銀. Using 銀色 to describe a ring or necklace implies it has the color of silver, but does not necessarily mean it is made of real silver metal.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
