zaap6 cou2雜草杂草
Jyutpingzaap6 cou2
Yalejaahp chóu
Definition
Weeds; wild grass that grows unattended.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to unwanted vegetation that grows spontaneously in places like gardens or roadside cracks. It carries a negative connotation of neglect or lack of maintenance, implying that the area is untidy or abandoned. When talking about the act of removing them, locals often use the verb 剷 or 清.
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deoi1堆dēuiExamples
The garden is full of weeds, it looks terrible.
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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.
