fo2 jim6火燄火焰
Jyutpingfo2 jim6
Yalefó yihm
Definition
A flame or blaze.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the visible, gaseous part of a fire. While it can be used in literal contexts, it is frequently found in descriptions of cooking techniques like flambé or in more dramatic, literary descriptions of fire.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe the fire itself in a general sense, such as a house fire or a campfire, where the word 火 is much more natural and common.
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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.
