seot1 saam1恤衫
Jyutpingseot1 saam1
Yalesēut sāam
Definition
A dress shirt; a western-style collared shirt with buttons down the front.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
Originating from the English word shirt, this term is the standard way to refer to a button-up collared shirt in Hong Kong. It specifically denotes western-style shirts, distinguishing them from traditional Chinese garments like the tang suit. It is widely used in both casual and professional settings.
Measure word
gin2件gínExamples
Are you wearing a shirt to work today?
Related words
Common phrases
long-sleeved shirt
short-sleeved shirt
to iron a shirt
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin term 襯衫, which is understood but sounds unnatural in a Cantonese context. Also, avoid using it for t-shirts, which are referred to as T恤 or simply Tee.
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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.
