zi2 gwat1趾骨
Jyutpingzi2 gwat1
Yalejí gwāt
Definition
Phalanges; the bones of the fingers or toes.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in medical or anatomical contexts rather than in casual daily conversation. Most native speakers would simply refer to the area as 腳趾 or 腳趾骨 when describing pain or injury to a layperson. Use this word only when precision is required, such as when discussing a specific diagnosis with a healthcare professional.
Measure word
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Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 趾骨 with 腳趾, which refers to the entire toe including the flesh and nail. Using 趾骨 in a casual setting to describe a stubbed toe sounds overly clinical and unnatural.
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Particle
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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.
