faan4 zik6 lik6繁殖力
Jyutpingfaan4 zik6 lik6
Yalefàahn jihk lihk
Definition
Fertility; reproductive capacity.
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How it's used
Primarily used in scientific or biological contexts to describe the ability of organisms to reproduce. While it can be applied to humans, it sounds clinical or academic rather than conversational. Use it when discussing population growth or environmental biology.
Examples
This animal has a very strong reproductive capacity.
Do you know which plant has the strongest reproductive capacity?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe human fertility in casual conversation, as it sounds dehumanizing or like you are discussing livestock. Use 生育能力 instead for people.
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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.
