daan2 jing4蛋形
Jyutpingdaan2 jing4
Yaledáan yìhng
Definition
Egg-shaped; oval.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the geometric outline rather than the texture or material of an object. It is often used to describe decorative items, jewelry, or natural formations like pebbles. While accurate, speakers might also use 橢圓形 for a more technical or precise description of an oval shape.
Examples
This ornament is egg-shaped.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
