sau2 bat1手筆手笔
Jyutpingsau2 bat1
Yalesáu bāt
Definition
Someone's original handwriting or calligraphy.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the unique style or quality of someone's work, often implying a sense of prestige or artistic signature. While it can literally mean handwriting, it is frequently used metaphorically to describe any creative output, such as a painting, a design, or even a strategic plan, that bears the distinct mark of its creator.
Measure word
gin2件gínExamples
This painting is a piece of work by the master.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe mundane or everyday handwriting, as it carries a connotation of artistic or professional significance. It is not a generic term for the act of writing letters or notes.
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