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Yalegāau tūng gūng geuih
Definition
Means of transport; any vehicle used to carry people or goods.
neutraltransport
How it's used
Refers to the broad category of vehicles or modes of travel rather than a specific type. While it is a standard term, it is often omitted in casual speech in favor of more specific words like 車 or 船 depending on the context. It is most frequently encountered in formal discussions about urban planning or public infrastructure.
Measure word
zung3種jungExamples
What kind of transport do you usually take to work?
Transport is very convenient here, you can go anywhere.
Related words
Common phrases
public transport
types of transport
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
