bak1 jyut6北越
Jyutpingbak1 jyut6
Yalebāk yuht
Definition
North Vietnam; the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (1945–1976).
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the historical state that existed before the 1976 reunification. It is rarely used in modern contexts unless discussing history or geopolitics of the Cold War era. When referring to the northern region of the current unified country, speakers typically use 北部 instead.
Examples
He lived in North Vietnam for a few years in the past.
Do you know when North Vietnam and South Vietnam reunified?
Related words
Common phrases
North Vietnamese government
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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.
