gam1 zi6 taap3金字塔
Jyutpinggam1 zi6 taap3
Yalegām jih taap
Definition
A pyramid; can refer to the structure, a pyramid-shaped diagram, or a multi-layered concept.
- a pyramid-shaped building, especially the Egyptian pyramids
- a diagram with a pyramid shape, representing a hierarchical concept
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How it's used
Refers primarily to the ancient Egyptian structures but is frequently used metaphorically to describe hierarchical structures or systems. When discussing the physical building, the measure word 座 is standard, whereas for abstract diagrams like the food pyramid, the measure word 個 is more common.
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zo2座jóExamples
That pyramid in Egypt is really magnificent.
Do you know how the food pyramid is layered?
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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.
