cong4橦
Jyutpingcong4
Yalechòhng
Definition
Mast or flagstaff.
neutraltransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to the vertical pole on a vessel used to support sails or rigging. While it is the standard term for a mast, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing maritime topics or nautical equipment.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the classifier 橦 used for tall, vertical objects like buildings or trees, which is a completely different grammatical function.
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Grammar guides
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