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Definition
To incinerate; to burn something into ash using high temperatures.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the industrial or formal process of burning waste at high temperatures to reduce it to ash. Unlike the common word 燒, which is used for anything from lighting a cigarette to cooking, this term is restricted to technical, environmental, or medical contexts.
Examples
This trash needs to be sent for incineration.
They decided to incinerate the waste materials.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word for casual burning, such as burning paper offerings or lighting a fire for warmth, as it sounds overly clinical and out of place in everyday conversation.
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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.
