siu2 bin6小便
Jyutpingsiu2 bin6
Yalesíu bihn
Definition
Urine; the liquid waste product of humans and animals.
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How it's used
While 小便 is the standard term for urine, it is often used as a verb meaning to urinate. It is considered a polite or clinical way to refer to the act, whereas 屙尿 is the more common, blunt, and informal way to say it in daily life. Using 小便 in a medical or formal context is perfectly appropriate and avoids the crudeness of other expressions.
Examples
I need to pee, where is the toilet?
The doctor asked me to provide a urine sample for testing.
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Common mistake
Avoid using 小便 in casual conversation with friends if you want to sound natural, as it can sound overly formal or like you are speaking to a doctor. Use 屙尿 instead for everyday situations.
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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.
