bou2 leoi5堡壘堡垒
Jyutpingbou2 leoi5
Yalebóu léuih
Definition
A fortress or castle built at a strategic location for military defense.
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How it's used
Used primarily in historical or military contexts to describe a fortified structure. While it can be used metaphorically to describe a person or organization that is difficult to penetrate, it is far less common in casual speech than in written descriptions or news reports.
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zo2座jóExamples
This fortress guards the entire harbor entrance.
Do you know where there is an old fortress?
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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.
