cin1 hak1千克
Jyutpingcin1 hak1
Yalechīn hāk
Definition
Kilogram; a unit of mass equal to one thousand grams.
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How it's used
Kilogram is a formal scientific unit used in technical or educational contexts. In daily life, Hong Kongers almost exclusively use 公斤 to refer to kilograms. You will rarely hear someone say 千克 at a wet market or supermarket.
Examples
How many kilograms of apples did you buy?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often use 千克 in casual conversation because it sounds like a direct translation of kilogram, but it sounds overly academic or stiff compared to the standard 公斤.
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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.
