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Definition
Neighbour, kaifong, or the local neighborhood community.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to people living in the same local community or street, carrying a sense of shared history and mutual support. It is often used to address or refer to older residents in the area with a sense of familiarity and respect. The term is deeply tied to the traditional concept of neighbourhood cohesion in older districts.
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The neighbours around here are all very kind and warm.
Do you recognize that neighbour?
Related words
Common phrases
Kaifong welfare association
Neighbours and neighbourhood
Common mistake
Avoid using it to refer to a neighbour in a modern, high-rise apartment building where you have no personal relationship, as it implies a level of social connection that may not exist in anonymous urban settings.
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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.
