tin1 toi2天臺天台
Jyutpingtin1 toi2
Yaletīn tói
Definition
Rooftop.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the flat, open-air top level of a building, often used for drying clothes or social gatherings. Unlike a balcony or terrace, it is almost always the highest point of the structure. In older residential buildings, it is a common space for neighbors to interact or hang laundry.
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go3個goExamples
Let's go to the rooftop tonight to catch some breeze.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 露台, which refers to a balcony or a terrace attached to a specific apartment unit rather than the roof of the entire building.
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