fei1 daan2飛彈飞弹
Jyutpingfei1 daan2
Yalefēi dáan
Definition
Missile; a guided weapon consisting of a warhead and a propulsion system.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in news reports or military discussions rather than casual daily conversation. While it refers to guided missiles, it is distinct from generic rockets or artillery shells which lack guidance systems. The term carries a serious tone associated with modern warfare and geopolitical tension.
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zi1枝jīExamples
This type of missile has a very long range.
Have you ever seen the military launch a missile?
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Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 導彈, which is the more common and standard term in Hong Kong for a guided missile. Using 飛彈 is technically correct but can sound slightly more like a direct translation from Mandarin or a term specific to certain regional military contexts.
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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.
