seoi2 hau4水喉
Jyutpingseoi2 hau4
Yaleséui hàuh
Definition
Water pipe; plumbing used to transport water to where it is needed.
colloquialhomedaily actions
How it's used
Refers to both the physical piping hidden in walls and the faucet or tap where water exits. When someone asks to turn on the water, they often use this term interchangeably with the tap itself. It is common to hear people refer to the main water supply as the water pipe, especially when discussing plumbing issues.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
The water pipe at home is leaking, need to find a repairman.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general word for throat, which is also pronounced as hau but written as 喉嚨. While they share the same character, the context of water makes it clear you are referring to plumbing.
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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.
