dang2 fan6等份
Jyutpingdang2 fan6
Yaledáng fahn
Definition
Equal parts, portions, or shares of a whole.
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How it's used
Focuses on the mathematical or precise division of items into identical parts. It is more formal than simply saying一樣大, which is the common way to describe things being the same size in casual speech. Use this when discussing recipes, chemical mixtures, or dividing assets.
Examples
Cut the cake into four equal portions.
These ingredients need to be mixed in equal proportions.
Related words
Common phrases
divide into equal portions
Common mistake
Avoid using this for general comparisons of size between two different objects, as it implies a deliberate process of dividing a whole into equal parts.
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Grammar guides
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