di1啲
Jyutpingdi1
Yaledī
Definition
A quantifier used for plurals, uncountable objects, or a small amount.
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How it's used
Functions as a versatile plural marker or a way to indicate an indefinite quantity of uncountable nouns. It often attaches to demonstratives like 呢 or 嗰 to specify groups of items. Unlike English plural markers, it does not change the form of the noun itself, acting more like a collective quantifier.
Examples
These apples are very sweet.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it with singular countable nouns, as it implies a group or an unspecified amount. Beginners often incorrectly add it to nouns that are already clearly singular or specific.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
