so1 sai2梳洗
Jyutpingso1 sai2
Yalesō sái
Definition
To wash up and groom oneself, typically after waking up.
colloquialdaily actionsbody
How it's used
Refers to the entire morning routine of grooming, including brushing teeth, washing the face, and combing hair. It is a formal-sounding word often used in casual conversation to summarize the process of getting ready to leave the house. It implies a sense of orderliness and preparation before facing the public.
Examples
Have you finished washing up and getting ready yet?
Related words
Common phrases
finished washing up
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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