zin1氈毡
Jyutpingzin1
Yalejīn
Definition
A blanket used for warmth, or a carpet.
- blanket; quilt
- carpet; rug
colloquialhomeclothing
How it's used
Distinguish between floor coverings and bedding by adding specific prefixes. Use 地氈 for carpets or rugs, and 冚被 or 蓋被 for the act of using a blanket, though 氈 itself is understood as a blanket in a bedroom context. It is a versatile term that covers everything from thick wool blankets to thin throws.
Measure word
zoeng1張jēungExamples
This carpet was bought by me abroad.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse 氈 with 墊, which refers to a mat or cushion. While 氈 is specifically a textile for warmth or floor covering, 墊 is often used for support or protection.
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Grammar guides
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