tou4 si6圖示图示
Jyutpingtou4 si6
Yaletòuh sih
Definition
To show or display in the form of a picture, graphic, or diagram.
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How it's used
Focuses on the visual representation of data or concepts rather than just a static image. It is frequently used in professional or technical contexts when discussing how to make complex information more accessible through charts or icons.
Examples
This report uses many graphics to explain things.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 圖畫, which refers to a drawing or painting. Use 圖示 specifically when the visual element serves a functional or illustrative purpose in conveying information.
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
