ziu1 lou6朝露
Jyutpingziu1 lou6
Yalejīu louh
Definition
Morning dew.
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How it's used
While 朝露 is a valid term, it carries a slightly poetic or literary tone compared to the everyday word 露水. You will rarely hear people use it in casual conversation unless they are describing a scenic or romantic setting. In most practical contexts, simply using 露水 is much more natural.
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dik6滴dikhExamples
There is still some morning dew on the grass.
Related words
Common phrases
the morning dew has not yet dried
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common daily term, but it is actually quite formal. Using it to describe dew on a car or a wet lawn sounds overly dramatic or like you are reading from a poem.
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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.
