nim1粘
Jyutpingnim1
Yalenīm
Definition
Sticky or mucous; to stick, glue, or paste.
- sticky; mucous; glutinous
- to glue; to paste; to stick
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How it's used
Primarily describes the physical act of things adhering to one another or the state of being sticky. When referring to the act of using glue, locals often prefer the more specific term 黐. Using 粘 in casual speech can sometimes sound slightly more formal or descriptive of the texture itself.
Examples
This sticker doesn't stick well, it keeps falling off.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 黐, which is the standard colloquial verb for sticking or pasting something. While 粘 is understood, 黐 is the go-to word for everyday actions like sticking a stamp or taping a box.
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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.
