syut3 fong2雪紡雪纺
Jyutpingsyut3 fong2
Yalesyut fóng
Definition
Chiffon; a soft, lightweight, and slightly elastic fabric commonly used in women's clothing.
colloquialclothing
How it's used
This term is almost exclusively associated with feminine fashion and light, airy clothing. It is often used to describe the material of summer dresses or blouses that have a soft, semi-transparent quality. You will rarely hear it used outside of shopping or fashion contexts.
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zung3種jungExamples
Do you like the texture of chiffon?
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