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Jyutpingsi4 kau3
Yalesìh kau
Definition
Keychain; key ring.
colloquialshoppingother
How it's used
People often use this to refer to both the functional metal ring and the decorative charm attached to it. It is common to see these sold as souvenirs in tourist areas, often featuring local landmarks or cartoon characters. When someone gives you a small gift from a trip, it is very frequently a 匙扣.
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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.
