fo2 gei1火機火机
Jyutpingfo2 gei1
Yalefó gēi
Definition
Lighter; a pocket device used to create a flame.
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How it's used
While the full term 打火機 is understood, locals almost exclusively use the shortened form 火機 in daily speech. It is a very common item to ask for in public smoking areas, and using the shorter version sounds much more natural and less formal.
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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.
