gaan2 fan2梘粉枧粉
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Yalegáan fán
Definition
Washing powder; laundry powder detergent.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to powdered laundry detergent rather than liquid versions. While it is widely understood, many younger speakers now prefer using the term 洗衣粉, which is more common in supermarket branding and advertising.
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We have run out of washing powder at home, go buy a pack back.
This washing powder cleans clothes very well, have you used it yet?
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Common phrases
a pack of washing powder
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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.
