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Definition
Bixi, a mythical turtle-like beast and one of the nine sons of the dragon.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the mythical creature often depicted as a tortoise carrying a heavy stone monument on its back. It is rarely used in daily conversation outside of discussions about traditional Chinese architecture, history, or temple visits. The term is almost exclusively associated with the physical stone carvings found in heritage sites.
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The Bixi under this stone tablet is huge.
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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.
