dung1東东
Jyutpingdung1
Yaledūng
Definition
East; the direction where the sun rises, which is on the right when facing north.
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How it's used
Directional terms like 東 are rarely used alone in casual speech when giving directions. Locals prefer using 東邊 or 東面 to specify the side or area. When referring to specific locations, it is common to use the suffix 邊 to sound more natural.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
