au1 zau1 wat6 jin4 gau3 zou2 zik1歐洲核研究組織欧洲核研究组织
Jyutpingau1 zau1 wat6 jin4 gau3 zou2 zik1
Yaleāu jāu wath yình gau jóu jīk
Definition
The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN)
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How it's used
Most Hong Kongers simply refer to this institution as CERN, using the English acronym in daily speech. The full Chinese name is reserved for formal writing, news reports, or academic contexts. Using the full name in casual conversation can sound overly stiff or pedantic.
Examples
keoi5 hai2 au1 zau1 wat6 jin4 gau3 zou2 zik1 zou6 gan2 jin4 gau3 aa4
佢喺歐洲核研究組織做緊研究呀。
He is doing research at CERN.
nei5 soeng2 m4 soeng2 heoi3 au1 zau1 wat6 jin4 gau3 zou2 zik1 caam1 gun1 haa5
你想唔想去歐洲核研究組織參觀下？
Do you want to go visit CERN?
Common phrases
au1 zau1 wat6 jin4 gau3 zou2 zik1 zung2 bou6
歐洲核研究組織總部
CERN headquarters
Common mistake
Learners often struggle with the length of the name, leading to awkward phrasing. It is much more natural to use the English acronym CERN even when speaking Cantonese.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
