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Jyutpingsau1 coeng4
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Definition
Slender and tall; beautifully slim and elegant in stature.
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How it's used
Focuses on an elegant and graceful type of thinness, often implying a model-like or statuesque quality. It is almost exclusively used for describing human figures or limbs, such as fingers or legs, rather than objects or general shapes. It carries a positive, aesthetic connotation of beauty and poise.
Examples
She has a slender figure, she is perfect for being a model.
Have you seen that tall and slim girl yet?
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply skinny or underweight, as those carry negative connotations of being frail or unhealthy. Use 瘦 instead for a neutral or negative description of weight.
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