pit3 seoi2 pin2撇水片
Jyutpingpit3 seoi2 pin2
Yalepit séui pín
Definition
To skip or skim stones across the surface of water.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
This term specifically refers to the action of throwing a flat stone so that it bounces across the surface of the water. It is a very visual and active verb phrase used primarily when describing this specific leisure activity at a beach or pond. While it sounds like a formal compound, it is the standard way to describe this action in spoken Cantonese.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
