coeng3 dip2唱碟
Jyutpingcoeng3 dip2
Yalecheung díp
Definition
A musical record or music disc, including vinyl records and CDs.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to physical media for music, covering everything from vintage vinyl to modern CDs. While digital streaming has made physical formats less common, the term remains standard for collectors and audiophiles. It carries a slightly nostalgic tone when referring to older formats like vinyl.
Measure word
zoeng1張jēungExamples
This record is very old, but it can still play music.
Do you still have any music discs at home?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 唱片, which is a broader term often used for the music industry or albums in general. 唱碟 emphasizes the physical disc object itself.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
