zi6 tiu4字條字条
Jyutpingzi6 tiu4
Yalejih tìuh
Definition
A brief note or memo written on a slip of paper.
colloquialcommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to a small piece of paper with a short message written on it, often used for quick reminders or leaving information when someone is not around. It carries a sense of informality and brevity, distinct from a formal letter or an official document. People frequently use it in domestic or workplace settings to convey simple instructions.
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zoeng1張jēungExamples
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 筆記, which refers to notes taken during a lecture or meeting. Use 字條 only for physical slips of paper containing a message.
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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.
