fo2 ging2火警
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Yalefó gíng
Definition
A fire alarm, or a fire that is out of control and liable to cause danger.
- a fire that is out of control and dangerous
- a fire alarm
neutralother
How it's used
Refers specifically to an emergency situation involving fire rather than just the element of fire itself. It is frequently used in formal contexts like news reports or public announcements regarding safety protocols. When describing the act of a fire starting, it is common to use the verb 發生 before the noun.
Measure word
coeng4場chèunghExamples
A fire broke out in the building earlier.
Do you know why the fire started?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a small, controlled flame like a candle or a stove burner, as those are simply called 火. It is reserved for incidents that require emergency attention or cause alarm.
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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.
