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Definition
An ancient ritual bronze vessel used for warming wine and mixing it with water.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to an ancient bronze vessel with a spout and handle, primarily used during the Shang and Zhou dynasties. It is almost exclusively encountered in historical, archaeological, or museum contexts rather than daily life. Because it is a highly specialized term for a historical artifact, it is rarely used in casual conversation.
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This vessel was used for warming up wine in the past.
There are many different styles of wine-warming vessels in the museum.
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Common phrases
bronze wine-warming vessel
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with other ancient bronze vessels like 爵 or 鼎, which served different functions. It is important to remember that this term is strictly for historical objects and not for any modern kitchenware.
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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.
