si1鷥鸶
Jyutpingsi1
Yalesī
Definition
Heron; egret.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to birds in the Ardeidae family, often seen wading in wetlands or near the coast in Hong Kong. While technically correct, it is rarely used in casual conversation where people prefer the more general term 白鷺 or simply call them water birds. It is more likely to appear in formal writing or birdwatching contexts.
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zek3隻jekExamples
That heron has been standing by the water for a long time.
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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.
