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Definition
Tesla, the SI derived unit of magnetic flux density.
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How it's used
Used primarily in scientific or technical contexts when discussing magnetic flux density. While the brand name Tesla is widely known in Hong Kong, the unit is pronounced with a distinct tone and context that separates it from the car manufacturer.
Examples
How many Tesla is this magnetic field?
The instrument can measure as strong as two Tesla.
Related words
Common phrases
magnetic field strength
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
