zo6 zin3坐墊坐垫
Jyutpingzo6 zin3
Yalejoh jin
Definition
Seat cushion; a soft pad or pillow to sit on or lean against.
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How it's used
While 坐墊 specifically refers to a pad for sitting, it is often interchangeable with 咕𠱸 in casual speech when referring to cushions used for back support. The term is most commonly used for functional cushions on office chairs or dining chairs rather than decorative throw pillows on a sofa.
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This seat cushion is very soft, it feels comfortable to sit on.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 坐墊 with 咕𠱸. While both are cushions, 咕𠱸 is a loanword from English and is used more broadly for any soft cushion, including those for decoration or back support, whereas 坐墊 strictly implies something designed to be sat upon.
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