dai6 jat1 ming4第一名
Jyutpingdai6 jat1 ming4
Yaledaih yāt mìhng
Definition
First place, champion, or top position in a competition or ranking.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to ranking or competition results rather than the ordinal number first. When talking about being the best or top-tier in a general sense, locals often use 冠軍 or 頭名 instead. It is frequently used with the verb 攞 to indicate achieving that rank.
Examples
He gets first place in every exam.
Who do you think will get first place?
Related words
Common phrases
to get first place
to compete for first place
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean the first item in a sequence or the first time something happens, as it strictly implies a competitive ranking.
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Grammar guides
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