soeng1 bei3雙臂双臂
Jyutpingsoeng1 bei3
Yalesēung bei
Definition
Both arms (left and right).
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the pair of arms as a unit, often in contexts involving physical strength, injury, or deliberate movement. While 手臂 is the standard term for a single arm, 雙臂 carries a more formal or descriptive tone, frequently appearing in written descriptions or health advice rather than casual conversation.
Examples
Both of his arms are injured, he cannot carry heavy things.
Remember to stretch your arms before you exercise.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using 雙臂 in everyday casual speech when referring to just one arm or when talking about simple actions like washing hands, as it sounds overly literary or clinical. Use 手臂 or 手 for those situations instead.
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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.
