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Definition
Beautiful, pretty, good-looking, or of high quality.
- beautiful; pretty; good-looking
- good; excellent; of high quality
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How it's used
Beyond describing physical appearance, this word is frequently used to praise the quality or presentation of something, such as food or a well-executed plan. It is highly versatile and can be used to describe anything from a person's face to a piece of music or a clever idea. When used for people, it is almost exclusively applied to women or children, while men are more commonly described as 型.
Examples
Isn't the scenery here beautiful?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe men, as it can sound unnatural or imply a feminine beauty. Use 型 instead for a handsome or cool appearance.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
