sau2 coeng1手槍手枪
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Definition
Pistol or handgun; a small, short-barreled firearm designed to be held and fired with one hand.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to small, concealable firearms meant for one-handed operation. While technically accurate, using this term in casual conversation is rare unless discussing action movies, crime news, or video games. It carries a serious, potentially dangerous connotation that makes it inappropriate for lighthearted banter.
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zi1枝jīExamples
It looks like he has a pistol hidden in his pocket.
Why are you carrying a pistol with you?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the slang term 手槍, which is a vulgar euphemism for masturbation. Context is everything, so be extremely careful when using this word in social settings.
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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.
