sau1 pui3修配
Jyutpingsau1 pui3
Yalesāu pui
Definition
To repair and refit machinery or equipment to working condition.
writtenworkdaily actions
How it's used
修配 is a formal or technical term that specifically implies restoring an item to working order by replacing or adjusting parts. It is rarely used in casual conversation where people prefer simpler verbs like 整 or 維修. You will mostly encounter this term on shop signs or in professional contexts involving machinery, tools, or precision instruments.
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Common mistake
Learners often use this word for general repairs like fixing a broken chair or a torn shirt, but it is too formal and specific for those situations. Stick to 整 for everyday household repairs to sound natural.
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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.
