zoek6 saam1著衫
Jyutpingzoek6 saam1
Yalejeuhk sāam
Definition
To wear clothes; to get dressed.
colloquialclothingdaily actions
How it's used
This is a verb phrase that functions as a single unit in casual speech. Unlike the formal term 穿衣, which sounds stiff or literary, 著衫 is the standard way to describe the act of putting on clothes or the state of being dressed. It is extremely versatile and covers everything from putting on a shirt to getting fully dressed for the day.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 著 with 戴. Use 著 for clothes like shirts, trousers, or dresses, but use 戴 for accessories like hats, glasses, watches, or jewelry.
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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.
