fo2 paang5火棒
Jyutpingfo2 paang5
Yalefó páahng
Definition
A lighted torch; a burning wooden stick.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a primitive or traditional torch made of wood or material set on fire at one end. It is rarely used in modern urban life, where people use electric flashlights or phone lights, which are called 電筒.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with electric flashlights, which are universally referred to as 電筒 in Hong Kong. Using 火棒 to describe a modern battery-operated flashlight will sound archaic or confusing.
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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.
