si1 gwaa1 lok2絲瓜絡丝瓜络
Jyutpingsi1 gwaa1 lok2
Yalesī gwā lók
Definition
Loofah; the dried, fibrous interior of the luffa vegetable, used as a sponge.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the dried, fibrous interior of the luffa plant used as a natural sponge. While modern synthetic sponges are more common, the term remains standard for the natural version. It is frequently associated with traditional bathing practices or eco-friendly household cleaning.
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Where did you buy that loofah you are using?
It feels great to use a loofah when showering.
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Common phrases
natural loofah
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 絲瓜, which refers to the edible vegetable itself. The suffix 絡 specifically denotes the fibrous network that remains after the vegetable has dried out.
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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.
