baat3 dou6八度
Jyutpingbaat3 dou6
Yalebaat douh
Definition
An octave; a musical interval spanning eight notes.
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How it's used
Primarily used in musical contexts to describe the interval between one musical pitch and another with double its frequency. It is a technical term borrowed from Western music theory, so it is used exactly as it would be in English musical discussions.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
This song has a very wide range, requiring two octaves to sing.
Related words
Common phrases
raise by one octave
lower by one octave
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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.
