uk1 zai2屋仔
Jyutpinguk1 zai2
Yaleūk jái
Definition
Small house; cottage; cabin.
colloquialhomeplaces
How it's used
Adding the diminutive suffix 仔 turns a standard noun into something smaller or cuter. It often implies a sense of coziness or modesty rather than just physical size. You will frequently hear it used to describe a quaint cottage or a small, humble home.
Measure word
gaan1間gānExamples
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe a small apartment or flat, as it specifically implies a house structure. For apartments, use 細單位 or 細屋 instead.
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