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Definition
Mango; short for 芒果 (mong1 gwo2).
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How it's used
Shortening 芒果 to 芒 is common in casual speech, especially when discussing specific varieties or fruit stalls. It functions as a suffix in compound names like 呂宋芒 or 水仙芒, where it acts as a categorical label for the fruit type. Using it as a standalone noun is informal and sounds most natural in a market or kitchen setting.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb 芒, which is slang for keeping a watchful eye on someone or something. Context usually clarifies the meaning, as the fruit usage is almost always accompanied by a measure word or a specific variety name.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
