saa1 gaau1沙膠
Jyutpingsaa1 gaau1
Yalesā gāau
Definition
A hard, gritty ink eraser originally designed for use on thick paper.
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How it's used
Often called a "hard eraser" in English, this tool is specifically designed for abrasive removal of ink marks from thick paper. It is significantly more abrasive than a standard rubber, so using it on thin or delicate paper will likely tear the page. Many people now use correction fluid or tape instead, making this a somewhat old-school stationery item.
Measure word
gau6嚿gauhExamples
You wrote this wrong with the ballpoint pen, use the ink eraser to rub it out.
Related words
Common phrases
to erase with an ink eraser
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard eraser, which is called 擦膠. Using a 沙膠 on normal notebook paper will almost certainly damage the surface.
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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.
