dang2 sik1等式
Jyutpingdang2 sik1
Yaledáng sīk
Definition
Equation or equality in mathematics, showing that two expressions have the same value using an equal sign.
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How it's used
Primarily used in academic or formal mathematical contexts rather than daily speech. When discussing general balance or equivalence in non-mathematical situations, speakers prefer using phrases like 兩邊一樣 or 平衡 instead of this technical term.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
The values on both sides of this equation are the same.
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Grammar guides
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