coeng4 dou6長度长度
Jyutpingcoeng4 dou6
Yalechèuhng douh
Definition
Length; the measurement of how long an object is, or horizontal distance.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical dimension of an object or the distance between two points. While it is a standard noun, in casual speech, people often prefer using the verb 度 to describe the act of measuring or simply ask how long something is by using 長唔長.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe the duration of time, as that would be 時間長度 or simply 長短. It is strictly for spatial measurements.
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