dong2 on3檔案档案
Jyutpingdong2 on3
Yaledóng on
Definition
A file, record, or archive; systematically kept and managed data.
neutralworktechnology
How it's used
Refers primarily to physical or digital records kept for administrative or historical purposes. While it is the standard term for computer files, it carries a slightly more formal or bureaucratic weight than the English word file. Use it when discussing organized documentation rather than just a loose collection of papers.
Measure word
fan2份fánExamples
There are many old photos inside this file.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 夾萬, which refers to a physical safe or vault for storing valuables. Also, avoid using it to describe a simple folder for holding loose sheets of paper, for which 檔案夾 is more precise.
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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.
