seoi3 zi2 gei1碎紙機碎纸机
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Yaleseui jí gēi
Definition
Paper shredder; a machine used to shred documents into thin strips for destruction.
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How it's used
This term is a direct compound of the verb 碎, the noun 紙, and the suffix 機. It is used exclusively for the office appliance and is not used to describe the act of shredding paper by hand, which would typically be described using the verb 撕.
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This document is very important, hurry up and take it to the shredder to destroy it.
Related words
Common phrases
the paper shredder is broken
to use a paper shredder
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
