tin1 jin4 si1天然絲天然丝
Jyutpingtin1 jin4 si1
Yaletīn yìhn sī
Definition
Natural silk.
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How it's used
天然絲 refers specifically to silk derived from silkworms, distinguishing it from synthetic alternatives like polyester or rayon. It is frequently used in the context of high end clothing or bedding where texture and breathability are key selling points. When discussing the material in a casual setting, people often just use 絲綢 to refer to silk products in general.
Examples
Do you know how to wash natural silk?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 天然絲 with 人造絲, which is rayon or artificial silk. Be careful not to assume that any shiny, smooth fabric is natural silk, as many synthetic fabrics are designed to mimic its appearance.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
