taai3 hung1 saam1太空衫
Jyutpingtaai3 hung1 saam1
Yaletaai hūng sāam
Definition
Spacesuit; an astronaut's suit designed for outer space.
colloquialclothingtechnology
How it's used
Refers specifically to the pressurized suits worn by astronauts for extravehicular activity. While technically a loan translation, it is the standard term used in news and casual conversation when discussing space exploration.
Measure word
tou3套touExamples
When he was little, he really wanted to wear a space suit.
Is this space suit really capable of going to the moon?
Related words
Common phrases
to wear a space suit
Grammar color guide
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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.
