baa1 lei5 dou2峇里島巴厘岛
Jyutpingbaa1 lei5 dou2
Yalebā léih dóu
Definition
Bali; an island and province of Indonesia, known as a popular tourist destination.
colloquialplacestravel
How it's used
Pronunciation often varies among speakers, with some using a slightly different tone for the first character. It is treated as a proper noun and functions as a destination for travel, frequently appearing in casual conversations about holiday plans.
Examples
I want to go to Bali for a vacation next month.
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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.
