bat1 nau2不朽
Jyutpingbat1 nau2
Yalebāt náu
Definition
Immortal and eternal; not decaying or fading with time.
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How it's used
Reserved for grand or solemn contexts, this term is rarely used in casual daily conversation. It carries a heavy, literary weight often associated with historical figures, great works of art, or profound legacies. You will most frequently encounter it in the set phrase 永垂不朽 when discussing someone's memory or contribution.
Examples
This classic movie is truly immortal.
Are his artistic achievements immortal?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects that do not decay, such as plastic or metal, as it is strictly reserved for abstract concepts like spirit, fame, or influence.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
