syu6 jip6樹葉树叶
Jyutpingsyu6 jip6
Yalesyuh yihp
Definition
Leaf of a tree.
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How it's used
While 樹葉 refers to leaves on a tree, Cantonese speakers often just use 葉 when the context of the plant is already clear. It is common to add the plural marker 啲 before it to refer to the leaves collectively. You will rarely hear it used in the singular unless you are specifically pointing to one single leaf.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
Autumn is here, all the leaves have turned yellow.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 樹葉 with 花瓣, which specifically refers to flower petals. Make sure to use 樹葉 only for foliage on trees or bushes.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
