gaa1伽
Jyutpinggaa1
Yalegā
Definition
Used in names.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively used for phonetic transcription of foreign names or terms. It carries no semantic meaning in Cantonese and is purely a vehicle for its sound. You will rarely encounter it outside of specific proper nouns like historical figures or transliterated names.
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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.
