paai4 uk1排屋
Jyutpingpaai4 uk1
Yalepàaih ūk
Definition
Terraced house or townhouse; a row of houses joined together with shared side walls.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used to describe the specific architectural style common in the United Kingdom where houses are joined together in a continuous row. While it is a descriptive noun, it is often used in the context of property investment or discussing overseas living arrangements. It carries a sense of structural connectivity that distinguishes it from detached or semi-detached housing.
Measure word
gaan1間gānExamples
They have moved into that terraced house to live.
Related words
Common phrases
a row of terraced houses
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 獨立屋, which refers to a detached house. Ensure you do not use it to describe any house that stands alone.
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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.
