aa3 ak1阿啞啊哑
Jyutpingaa3 ak1
Yalea āk
Definition
An appellation or term used to address or refer to someone who is mute.
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How it's used
Using this term to address someone is considered highly offensive and derogatory in modern society. It reduces a person to their disability and carries a strong sense of discrimination. It is strictly avoided in polite conversation and should be replaced with person-first language or respectful descriptors.
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Common mistake
Learners should avoid using this term entirely, as it is not a neutral way to refer to someone who cannot speak. Using it will likely be perceived as an insult or a sign of extreme rudeness.
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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.
