ping4 waat6平滑
Jyutpingping4 waat6
Yalepìhng waaht
Definition
Flat and smooth; describing a surface with no unevenness or flaws.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the tactile or visual quality of a surface being free from bumps or roughness. While it can describe physical objects like wood or metal, it is also frequently used in skincare contexts to describe skin texture. It implies a sense of evenness that is pleasant to the touch.
Examples
The surface of this wooden board is very smooth.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe abstract concepts like a smooth process or a smooth journey, where Cantonese speakers would prefer using 順利 instead.
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Grammar guides
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