coeng4 dek6長笛长笛
Jyutpingcoeng4 dek6
Yalechèuhng dehk
Definition
Flute; a transverse woodwind instrument, nowadays mostly made of metal.
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How it's used
Although the name contains the character for wood, modern flutes are almost exclusively made of metal. It is treated as a standard Western orchestral instrument in local music education and performance contexts.
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zi1支jīExamples
She learned to play the flute when she was young.
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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.
