gaa1 gwok3加國加国
Jyutpinggaa1 gwok3
Yalegā gwok
Definition
Short name for Canada.
neutralplacestravel
How it's used
This abbreviation is primarily used in written media, such as newspaper headlines or formal reports, to save space. While it is understood in speech, most people simply say 加拿大 in daily conversation to avoid sounding overly formal or journalistic.
Examples
He immigrated to Canada to live.
When are you going to Canada to visit relatives?
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
