coeng4 dou6腸道肠道
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Yalechèuhng douh
Definition
Intestines, typically used in the context of digestive health and function.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physiological function and health of the digestive tract rather than the physical organ itself. It is the standard term used in medical advice, health advertisements, and discussions about probiotics. While 腸 refers to the physical tube, 腸道 implies the system as a whole.
Examples
Eating more vegetables is better for your intestinal health.
Have you been having some intestinal discomfort lately?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using 腸道 when referring to the physical organ in a culinary context, such as when ordering food or describing a specific piece of meat. Use 腸 instead for those situations.
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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.
