coeng1窗
Jyutpingcoeng1
Yalechēung
Definition
Window; an opening in a wall or vehicle to let in light and air.
Example
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the opening in a wall that allows light or air to enter, rather than the glass pane itself. When talking about the physical act of opening or closing, it is common to use the verb directly before the noun. It is rarely used in abstract contexts, unlike the English word window which can refer to time slots or opportunities.
Measure word
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It is raining heavily outside, hurry up and close the window.
Does your room have a window?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 窗 with 玻璃, which refers specifically to the glass material. If you want to say you broke the window, you would usually say 爛咗塊玻璃 instead of 爛咗個窗.
Grammar color guide
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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.
