tou1絛绦
Jyutpingtou1
Yaletōu
Definition
Braid, cord, ribbon, or sash.
writtenclothing
How it's used
Refers specifically to a decorative ribbon, cord, or sash used for binding or ornamentation. It is rarely used in modern daily speech, as most people prefer the more general term 帶 or the loanword 絲帶 for ribbons. Its usage is often restricted to formal descriptions of traditional clothing or specific types of braided accessories.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 條, which is a common measure word for long, thin objects. While they share a similar appearance in writing, 絛 is a noun referring to the object itself, whereas 條 is a grammatical particle used for counting.
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Grammar guides
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