bai6幣币
Jyutpingbai6
Yalebaih
Definition
Currency; money; a medium of exchange.
neutralmoney
How it's used
This character functions primarily as a suffix in compound words rather than as a standalone noun in daily speech. While it refers to currency, it carries a slightly formal or technical tone compared to the more common colloquial term 錢. It is most frequently encountered in financial contexts, news reports, or when discussing exchange rates.
Examples
Do you have any Hong Kong dollars on hand?
Remember to exchange for foreign currency before traveling.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 幣 as a synonym for money in general, but it is restricted to formal currency units. You should use 錢 when talking about cash or personal wealth, and reserve 幣 for specific national or regional currencies.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
