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Definition
Prototype, embryonic form, or rough sketch; the initial form of something before it is finalized.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the early, unpolished stage of a project or idea before it reaches its final state. While it sounds slightly more formal than everyday slang, it is frequently used in professional or creative settings to describe a work in progress that is still taking shape.
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This plan is still in its prototype stage; many details need further discussion.
What do you think of this prototype design?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical objects that are simply small or miniature, as it specifically implies a developmental stage rather than just size.
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
