sai1 zong1 gwat1 gwat1西裝骨骨西装骨骨
Jyutpingsai1 zong1 gwat1 gwat1
Yalesāi jōng gwāt gwāt
Definition
Presentable, smart-looking, and well-dressed in a suit.
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How it's used
This expression specifically highlights a sharp, clean, and professional appearance achieved through wearing a suit. It carries a nuance of being well groomed and put together, often implying a contrast between one's polished exterior and their actual personality or behavior. It is almost exclusively used to describe men.
Examples
He is dressed so sharply in a suit today, is he going for an interview?
He always looks so presentable in a suit, who knew he was such a party animal.
Related words
Common phrases
dressed up in a sharp suit
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe women, as it is gendered for men. Also, avoid using it for casual clothing even if it looks nice, as the term specifically requires the presence of a suit.
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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.
