gam1 zoeng2金獎金奖
Jyutpinggam1 zoeng2
Yalegām jéung
Definition
Gold medal or first prize in a competition.
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How it's used
Often used in the context of music awards or major competitions to denote the highest honor. Unlike generic awards, it carries a sense of prestige and top-tier achievement. It is frequently paired with specific categories like singers or songs to highlight the winner of a particular field.
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go3個goExamples
He won the gold prize this year.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe any random prize or gift, as it specifically refers to the highest rank in a competition. It is not interchangeable with general terms like 獎品 which refers to the physical item received as a reward.
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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.
