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Definition
Fashionable, stylish, or trendy, especially in one's clothing and appearance.
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How it's used
Focuses primarily on personal appearance, clothing, and accessories rather than abstract concepts or technology. While it is widely understood, younger generations in Hong Kong often prefer using the English loanword "trendy" or "型" to describe someone with a cool, fashionable sense of style.
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Avoid using this to describe things that are merely expensive or high-quality, as it specifically refers to being current with fashion trends. It is also less common in formal writing compared to terms like 時尚.
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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.
