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Definition
Autumn; fall; the third season of the year, characterized by cool and dry weather.
colloquialweathertime
How it's used
Refers to the season characterized by cooling temperatures and lower humidity in Hong Kong. While technically a noun, it often functions as a time marker in sentences to describe seasonal activities like eating hairy crab or going hiking. It carries a pleasant connotation, as it provides a welcome break from the intense heat and humidity of the summer months.
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The weather in autumn is very comfortable, perfect for hiking.
Do you like autumn?
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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.
