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Jyutpingaai1 kap6
Yaleāai kahp
Definition
Egypt, a country in Northeast Africa and the Middle East.
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How it's used
Pronunciation of this country name often involves a slight variation in tone among speakers, but it remains universally understood. It is frequently mentioned in the context of historical tourism or the Suez Canal, which is a vital maritime passage for global trade.
Examples
Are you going to travel to Egypt this summer holiday?
The pyramids in Egypt are truly spectacular.
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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.
