zi1卮
Jyutpingzi1
Yalejī
Definition
An ancient wine goblet or container.
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How it's used
This term is extremely rare in modern spoken Cantonese and is almost exclusively encountered in classical literature or historical dramas. Most native speakers would use 杯 or 酒杯 instead of this character in daily life. Using it in casual conversation will likely cause confusion as it is considered archaic.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common household word, but it is effectively obsolete in contemporary speech. Do not use it unless you are specifically discussing ancient artifacts or literary texts.
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Grammar guides
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