ze1遮
Jyutpingze1
Yalejē
Definition
An umbrella; a tool used to shield oneself from rain or sunlight.
colloquialdaily actionsother
How it's used
Using 遮 is the standard way to refer to an umbrella in daily life, whereas the more formal term 雨傘 is mostly reserved for written contexts or product labels. It is common to pair this with the verb 擔, which specifically refers to the act of holding an umbrella open over one's head. You will often hear people ask if someone has brought their 遮 before heading out on a cloudy day.
Measure word
baa2把báExamples
It is raining hard outside, remember to bring an umbrella.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse the noun 遮 with the verb 遮, which means to cover or block something, such as 遮住視線 for blocking someone's view.
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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.
