deoi3 gok3對角对角
Jyutpingdeoi3 gok3
Yaledeui gok
Definition
Opposite angles or vertical angles in geometry.
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How it's used
Primarily used in geometry and mathematics contexts to describe angles formed by intersecting lines. While it carries a technical meaning, it is also used in everyday speech to describe positions in a square or rectangular layout, such as sitting at opposite corners of a table.
Examples
Do you know how to find the opposite angles?
Related words
Common phrases
diagonal
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 對面, which refers to the general direction of across from someone or something, rather than the specific geometric relationship between angles.
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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.
