waat6 tyut1 tyut1滑脫脫
Jyutpingwaat6 tyut1 tyut1
Yalewaaht tyūt tyūt
Definition
Slippery, slick, or smooth.
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How it's used
Emphasizes an extreme degree of slipperiness, often implying that the surface is difficult to grip or hold onto. It is frequently used to describe textures that are oily, slimy, or wet. The reduplication of the final character adds a vivid, sensory quality that makes the description more expressive than just using 滑.
Examples
This piece of pork fat is so slippery, it is hard to pick up.
The floor is super slippery, you need to be careful when walking.
Related words
Common phrases
silky smooth skin
a slippery surface
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe smooth surfaces that are not slippery, such as polished wood or glass that is dry, as it specifically denotes a lack of friction.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
