sai2 sau2 pun4洗手盆
Jyutpingsai2 sau2 pun4
Yalesái sáu pùhn
Definition
Washbasin or sink equipped with a tap and a drain, used for washing hands.
colloquialhome
How it's used
Refers specifically to the sink found in bathrooms or washrooms, distinct from the kitchen sink which is usually called 鋅盤. It is a functional term used to describe the fixture itself rather than the room it is located in. In casual speech, people often just refer to the location, such as 廁所, when discussing cleaning or maintenance.
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The washbasin is clogged, the water won't drain.
Could you help me wipe the washbasin clean?
Related words
Common phrases
the washbasin is clogged
wipe the washbasin clean
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 鋅盤, which is the standard term for a kitchen sink. Using 洗手盆 for a kitchen sink sounds unnatural to native speakers.
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