bin1 ging2邊境边境
Jyutpingbin1 ging2
Yalebīn gíng
Definition
Border; frontier; the outermost area of a country adjacent to another.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the geographical boundary between two sovereign territories, often carrying a slightly formal or administrative tone. In the context of Hong Kong, it is most frequently encountered when discussing the Frontier Closed Area, which is the restricted zone near the boundary with mainland China.
Examples
They are queuing up at the border.
Do you know how to get to the Frontier Closed Area?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 邊界, which is more abstract and can refer to any boundary line, whereas 邊境 specifically emphasizes the border region or territory.
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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.
