fai1 gwan1揮軍挥军
Jyutpingfai1 gwan1
Yalefāi gwān
Definition
To direct or send an army to a destination.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal and literary weight, often used in historical accounts or dramatic storytelling rather than casual conversation. It implies a sense of strategic movement or a large scale military operation rather than just moving soldiers from one point to another. Because of its specific military context, it is rarely used in everyday life unless discussing history or strategy games.
Examples
The general sent the army north, preparing to attack that city.
When did they decide to send the army to invade?
Related words
Common phrases
to send an army north
to send an army south
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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.
