bin3 ji6變異变异
Jyutpingbin3 ji6
Yalebin yih
Definition
To vary; to mutate, deviate, or develop differences from others of the same kind.
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How it's used
Primarily used in scientific or formal contexts, such as biology or genetics, to describe mutations or variations. When discussing general changes in appearance or behavior in everyday life, speakers typically prefer 變咗樣 or 唔同咗 instead of this term.
Examples
Have their genes mutated?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe simple changes in plans or personal preferences, as it carries a strong connotation of biological or structural alteration.
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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.
