zaap6 mat6什物
Jyutpingzaap6 mat6
Yalejaahp maht
Definition
Miscellaneous goods, sundries, or daily necessities.
colloquialhomedaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to small, miscellaneous household items that lack a clear category. It often carries a slightly informal tone, suggesting things that are cluttering up a space rather than organized belongings. People frequently use it when cleaning or organizing drawers and storage boxes.
Measure word
deoi1堆dēuiExamples
This cabinet is filled with all sorts of miscellaneous items.
Related words
Common phrases
a pile of miscellaneous items
to tidy up odds and ends
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe specific tools or appliances, as it implies a lack of clear purpose or categorization. It is not a formal term for inventory or supplies.
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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.
