pei4 paa4 kam1琵琶襟
Jyutpingpei4 paa4 kam1
Yalepèih pàh kām
Definition
Pipa-style front closure, a type of asymmetric front opening on a Chinese tunic or cheongsam.
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How it's used
The term refers to the asymmetrical front opening of a garment that curves from the collar down to the side, resembling the shape of the traditional Chinese instrument, the pipa. It is a hallmark of classic cheongsam styles and is often associated with a more traditional or vintage aesthetic compared to modern, straight-cut designs. You will frequently see this style in period dramas or during formal celebrations like weddings.
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gin2件gínExamples
This Pipa Jin cheongsam is so beautiful.
Do you like the Pipa Jin design?
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Common phrases
Pipa Jin style cheongsam
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this specific style of collar and opening with the standard straight-opening cheongsam, but the curved line is the defining feature that makes it a 琵琶襟.
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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.
