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Jyutpingzaam1 faa1
Yalejāam fā
Definition
To wear a flower in one's hair.
colloquialclothingdaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of pinning or tucking a flower into one's hair as an accessory. While historically associated with traditional ceremonies or festive attire, it is now often used to describe any decorative floral hair accessory. It functions as a verb, describing the action of placing the flower, rather than just the state of wearing it.
Examples
She specially wore a flower in her hair to go to the wedding banquet today.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply holding a flower or wearing a floral print; it specifically denotes the action of fixing a flower into the hair.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
