tung4 hei3銅器铜器
Jyutpingtung4 hei3
Yaletùhng hei
Definition
Copperware, brassware, or bronzeware; utensils and objects made of copper or its alloys.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to objects crafted from copper or bronze alloys, often carrying a sense of antiquity or craftsmanship. While it covers modern kitchenware like copper pots, it is frequently used to describe decorative antiques or traditional ritual vessels found in museums or collector homes.
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This bronze item has a lot of historical value.
Do you collect any copperware at home?
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