tan3褪
Jyutpingtan3
Yaletan
Definition
To move or shift slightly.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Used primarily to describe small, incremental shifts in position rather than large movements. It often implies creating space for someone else or adjusting the placement of an object to make it sit correctly. You will frequently hear it paired with directional particles like 入, 出, or 後 to specify the direction of the shift.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 搬, which implies moving an entire object from one location to another. 褪 is strictly for minor adjustments or sliding something slightly within its current vicinity.
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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.
