coi2 sik1 din6 si6彩色電視彩色电视
Jyutpingcoi2 sik1 din6 si6
Yalechói sīk dihn sih
Definition
Colour television.
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How it's used
People in Hong Kong rarely use the full term 彩色電視 in daily conversation anymore. Since black and white televisions have been obsolete for decades, everyone simply refers to it as 電視. Using the full term can sound slightly dated or overly formal, as if you are specifically distinguishing it from a non-colour model.
Measure word
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Do you still use a colour TV at home?
Related words
Common phrases
to watch colour TV
to buy a colour TV
Common mistake
Avoid using this term when talking about modern flat-screen devices, as it sounds like you are describing technology from the 1970s or 80s. Simply saying 電視 is sufficient for any television set today.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
