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Definition
Cloisonné; a traditional metalworking technique for decorating metalwork objects with vitreous enamel.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional Chinese enamel technique where metal wires are soldered onto a base to create patterns. It is often associated with antique collectibles and high-end traditional handicrafts rather than mass-produced items. You will mostly hear this term in the context of art appreciation or museum visits.
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This cloisonné ornament is very delicate.
Do you like this kind of cloisonné craft?
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
