pui3配
Jyutpingpui3
Yalepui
Definition
To find a replacement part; or to match and make things look attractive together.
- to find a replacement, especially detachable machinery parts
- to match, blend, or make things look attractive together
colloquialdaily actionsclothing
How it's used
Beyond mechanical repairs, this word is essential for discussing aesthetics and fashion. It implies finding something that complements or completes an existing set, rather than just swapping one item for another. When used for clothing or design, it focuses on the harmony between two or more elements.
Examples
The car broke down, I need to take it to the garage to get a replacement part.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 換, which simply means to exchange or swap something out. 配 specifically carries the nuance of finding a matching or compatible replacement, or styling items to look good together.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
