gaak3 ming6 zin3 zang1革命戰爭革命战争
Jyutpinggaak3 ming6 zin3 zang1
Yalegaak mihng jin jāng
Definition
Revolutionary war
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in historical or political contexts rather than in everyday casual conversation. It carries a formal and serious tone, often referring to specific historical conflicts in Chinese history. Unlike common daily vocabulary, it is rarely used to describe personal life events or minor disagreements.
Measure word
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They experienced the revolutionary war when they were young.
When exactly will this revolutionary war end?
Related words
Common phrases
participate in a revolutionary war
experience a revolutionary war
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
