sau1 sik1修飾修饰
Jyutpingsau1 sik1
Yalesāu sīk
Definition
To modify, decorate, polish, or refine something to make it more beautiful or detailed.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal or written contexts, this term feels quite sophisticated for everyday speech. When people talk about improving appearance or writing in casual conversation, they often prefer more specific verbs like 執或者執靚. It carries a sense of deliberate refinement rather than just a quick fix.
Related words
Common phrases
to polish sentences
to groom one's appearance
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this word to mean fixing something broken, but it specifically refers to aesthetic improvement or stylistic refinement. Use 整或者修理 when talking about repairing a physical object.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
