seoi2 dik6水滴
Jyutpingseoi2 dik6
Yaleséui dihk
Definition
Water droplet; a drop of water dripping downward.
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How it's used
While 水滴 refers to the physical drop of water, it is more commonly used in descriptive or scientific contexts rather than everyday conversation. When talking about a leaking tap or rain, speakers usually prefer the verb 滴 or the phrase 滴水 instead of focusing on the noun form. It often appears in contexts describing condensation or small, precise amounts of liquid.
Measure word
dik6滴dikhExamples
The tap is leaking, a few water droplets dripped down.
Related words
Common phrases
constant dripping wears away the stone
Common mistake
Learners often use 水滴 as a verb, but it is strictly a noun. If you want to describe the action of water falling, use the verb 滴.
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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.
