zeoi2 seon4嘴脣嘴唇
Jyutpingzeoi2 seon4
Yalejéui sèuhn
Definition
Lips
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How it's used
While 嘴脣 is the standard term for lips, native speakers often use the more colloquial 嘴 or 嘴邊 to refer to the mouth area or lips in casual conversation. Using 嘴脣 can sound slightly more clinical or descriptive, similar to saying 'lips' versus just 'mouth' in English.
Measure word
deoi3對deuiExamples
She applied lip balm, her lips are very moisturized.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 嘴脣 with 嘴巴, but 嘴巴 refers to the entire mouth including the interior, whereas 嘴脣 specifically targets the outer skin of the lips.
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Grammar guides
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