sap1 sap1 dei2濕濕哋湿湿哋
Jyutpingsap1 sap1 dei2
Yalesāp sāp déi
Definition
Slightly wet or damp.
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How it's used
The suffix 哋 acts as a diminutive marker that softens the intensity of the adjective. It is used exclusively for physical states or sensations that are not fully realized, implying a mild or incomplete degree of wetness. This construction is highly productive in Cantonese and can be applied to many other adjectives to convey a similar sense of 'somewhat' or 'a little bit'.
Examples
The shirt is still a bit damp, don't wear it yet.
The floor is a bit wet, be careful not to slip.
Related words
Common phrases
hair is a bit damp
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 濕碎, which refers to trivial or minor matters rather than physical moisture. Learners often mistakenly use 濕濕哋 to describe small tasks, but it is strictly reserved for describing dampness or humidity.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
