tau3透
Jyutpingtau3
Yaletau
Definition
Transparent, sheer, or diaphanous; clear and thoroughly understood.
- transparent; sheer; diaphanous
- thoroughly understood; clear
colloquialclothingdescriptions
How it's used
Primarily describes clothing or materials that are thin enough to reveal what is underneath. Beyond physical transparency, it is frequently used to describe a clear, thorough understanding of a situation or a person's true intentions. When used in the context of understanding, it often appears as part of the phrase 睇透.
Examples
This shirt is too transparent, you need to wear a vest underneath.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb meaning to breathe, which is also written as 透. The context of clothing or light is essential to distinguish the adjective from the verb.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
