din6 nou5電腦电脑
Jyutpingdin6 nou5
Yaledihn nóuh
Definition
Computer; an electronic device that processes data according to instructions.
Example
ngo5我喺hai2電din6腦nou5做zou6功gung1課。
ngo5我喺hai2电din6脑nou5做zou6功gung1课。
I'm doing homework on the computer.
neutraltechnology
How it's used
Refers specifically to desktop or laptop machines, while tablets or smartphones are usually referred to by their specific names. It is standard to use the classifier 部 when counting these devices, as it implies a complex piece of machinery.
Measure word
bou6部bouhExamples
Related words
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
