seoi6 si6 gwan1 dou1瑞士軍刀瑞士军刀
Jyutpingseoi6 si6 gwan1 dou1
Yaleseuih sih gwān dōu
Definition
Swiss Army knife; a pocket folding multi-tool
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the iconic multi-tool pocket knife brand, but often used generically to describe any compact multi-purpose tool. It carries an association with practicality and preparedness for outdoor activities or minor household repairs.
Measure word
baa2把báExamples
Are you carrying a Swiss Army knife in your bag?
Remember to bring a Swiss Army knife with you when going camping.
Related words
Common phrases
carry a Swiss Army knife
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
