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Yalebīu ji
Definition
A sign, mark, or logo that represents the characteristic features of something.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to visual symbols or icons that identify an entity, brand, or rule. While it functions as a noun for physical signs, it is less common in casual speech than 牌 or 牌子 when referring to commercial brand logos. Use it in formal or descriptive contexts to highlight a distinct, recognizable marker.
Measure word
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There are many traffic signs on the road, watch out.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 標籤, which refers to a physical tag or label attached to an object for pricing or identification purposes.
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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.
