zik6 pei4植皮
Jyutpingzik6 pei4
Yalejihk pèih
Definition
To perform skin grafting; transplanting healthy skin to a wound to aid healing and improve function.
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How it's used
Medical professionals often use this term when discussing reconstructive procedures for severe burns or chronic ulcers. It is a technical term that is widely understood by the public due to its frequent appearance in news reports about accidents or hospital treatments. While it refers to a specific surgical procedure, it is commonly used in casual conversation to describe the recovery process of someone who has suffered a major injury.
Examples
The doctor said his wound is too deep and he must undergo skin grafting surgery.
Do you know how to take care of the wound after a skin graft?
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Common phrases
skin graft surgery
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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.
