How to Say ‘This cat’ in Traditional Chinese
這隻貓
💬 Usage Tip: [這] (jrh) means 'this,' while [隻] (jrh) is a measure word for animals.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: In Taiwan, pets are often referred to as [這隻] (jèh jrr) when singling them out individually.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
這
[zhè]
this
Used to indicate a specific item or person near in distance or time
這隻貓在睡覺。
This cat is sleeping.
隻
[zhī]
measure word for animals
A classifier for animals
這隻狗很可愛。
This dog is cute.
貓
[māo]
cat
A small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur
貓是很獨立的動物。
Cats are very independent animals.
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