tou5 ci4肚臍肚脐
Jyutpingtou5 ci4
Yaletóuh chìh
Definition
Navel; belly button.
colloquialbody
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical mark left on the abdomen after the umbilical cord falls off. While it is a standard anatomical term, it is frequently used in casual conversation when discussing body hygiene or piercing. It is rarely used in abstract or metaphorical contexts compared to other body parts.
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go3個goExamples
Their belly button is very deep and always collects dirt.
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Grammar guides
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