seoi2 haang1水坑
Jyutpingseoi2 haang1
Yaleséui hāang
Definition
Puddle; a depression in the ground where water collects.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to small, shallow accumulations of water on the ground, often formed after rainfall. It is distinct from larger bodies of water like a pond or lake, which would be referred to as 池塘. While it describes the physical phenomenon, it is most commonly used in warnings to avoid getting one's shoes or clothes wet.
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Be careful, don't step into that puddle.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 坑渠, which refers to a drain or gutter. A water-filled drain is a permanent structure, whereas a water-filled depression on the road is a temporary puddle.
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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.
