pin3片
Jyutpingpin3
Yalepin
Definition
To slice; to cut something into flat, thin pieces.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the action of cutting something into thin, flat layers or pieces. It is frequently used in culinary contexts, such as preparing ginger, garlic, or roasted meats like Peking duck. Unlike general cutting verbs, this implies a controlled, sliding motion to create a specific shape.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the noun usage of 片, which refers to a slice or a piece of something. As a verb, it describes the process of creating that slice, whereas the noun is the result.
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Grammar guides
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