siu2 ng5 gam1小五金
Jyutpingsiu2 ng5 gam1
Yalesíu ńgh gām
Definition
Hardware; small metal fittings and tools.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to small hardware items like screws, hinges, handles, and brackets used in construction or furniture assembly. It is a collective term often used when visiting a hardware store to pick up various small metal components for repairs or DIY projects.
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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.
