syu6 dan2樹墩树墩
Jyutpingsyu6 dan2
Yalesyuh dán
Definition
A tree stump.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the base of a tree left in the ground after the trunk has been cut down. While technically correct, many people in Hong Kong might simply use 樹頭 to describe the same object in casual conversation. The term is descriptive and neutral, often appearing in contexts involving gardening, hiking, or clearing land.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 樹墩 with 樹頭. While both refer to the stump, 樹頭 is much more common in everyday speech, whereas 樹墩 can sound slightly more formal or descriptive of the shape.
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