zim1 zeoi2尖嘴
Jyutpingzim1 zeoi2
Yalejīm jéui
Definition
Tsim Sha Tsui, a major urban area in Kowloon, Hong Kong.
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How it's used
Locals frequently shorten the name of this district to two characters to save time in casual conversation. While it is widely understood, it is strictly a spoken abbreviation and should not be used in formal writing or official addresses. It carries a relaxed, neighborhood feel that contrasts with the full, formal name.
Examples
Are you going to Tsim Sha Tsui for dinner tonight?
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Common mistake
Do not use this abbreviation when asking for directions from a stranger or when writing an address on a letter, as it may sound overly casual or unprofessional.
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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.
