dung1 hoeng1 zuk6東鄉族东乡族
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Yaledūng hēung juhk
Definition
Dongxiang people, one of the ethnic minority groups in China.
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How it's used
Ethnic group names in Cantonese are typically used with a classifier like 個 or 啲 when referring to members of the group. It is a formal term used in academic, historical, or news contexts rather than daily casual conversation. When discussing ethnic groups in China, it is standard to use the full name followed by 族 to maintain clarity.
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The Dongxiang people mainly live around Gansu.
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Dongxiang people
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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.
