zik1 seot1織蟀织蟀
Jyutpingzik1 seot1
Yalejīk sēut
Definition
Cricket; the insect.
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How it's used
While 織蟀 is a common colloquial way to refer to this insect, the standard written form is 蟋蟀. In spoken Cantonese, the pronunciation of the first character often shifts to match the sound of the insect chirping, making it feel more descriptive than the formal name.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
There is a cricket chirping in the bushes.
Related words
Common phrases
cricket chirping sound
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 織蟀 with the verb 織 meaning to weave, but the tone and context clearly distinguish the insect from the action.
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Grammar guides
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