cin4 muk6錢穆钱穆
Jyutpingcin4 muk6
Yalechìhn muhk
Definition
Ch'ien Mu, a Chinese historian, philosopher, and scholar of the 20th century.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the prominent 20th-century intellectual and founder of New Asia College in Hong Kong. Discussions involving him often center on his contributions to Chinese historiography and his role in preserving traditional culture during the mid-century diaspora. It is treated as a proper noun and used exclusively in academic or historical contexts.
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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.
