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Definition
A large-scale or major election, such as a general or presidential election.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to major, high-stakes political contests rather than minor local votes. It is frequently used in news reporting and political commentary to describe national or regional leadership races. Unlike smaller scale elections, it carries a sense of significant public impact and widespread media coverage.
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This year is an election year, many people are paying attention to the race.
Who do you think will win in this general election?
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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.
