fong4 fo2 coeng4防火牆防火墙
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Yalefòhng fó chèuhng
Definition
Firewall; a physical fireproof barrier in a building, or a network security device.
- a fireproof wall or partition in a building designed to slow down fire
- technicala network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic
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How it's used
Primarily used in construction to refer to a physical barrier designed to prevent fire spread between building sections. In the context of technology, it is a direct loan translation for network security software or hardware. You will hear it used interchangeably for both physical structures and digital security systems without confusion due to context.
Measure word
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This firewall here is very thick, it should be very safe.
Have you installed a firewall on your computer yet?
Common phrases
install a firewall
firewall requirements
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
