fan6份
Jyutpingfan6
Yalefahn
Definition
A share, part, or participation in something.
- a share; a part of a whole
- participation; involvement; role
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Used frequently to indicate inclusion or membership in an activity or group. It often appears in the structure 有份, which functions as a verb phrase meaning to be involved or to have a stake in something. It carries a sense of entitlement or responsibility, implying that the person is not just an observer but an active participant.
Measure word
fan2份fánExamples
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 份 with 個 when counting objects, but 份 is specifically for portions, shares, or sets of documents, whereas 個 is the general classifier. Do not use 份 to quantify people unless you are specifically referring to their role or share in a situation.
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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.
