gang1 dei6耕地
Jyutpinggang1 dei6
Yalegāng deih
Definition
Arable land, farmland, or cultivated land used for growing crops.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to land that is currently or historically used for agricultural cultivation. It carries a slightly formal tone compared to simply calling it 田, which is the more common, everyday term for a field or farm plot. Use this word when discussing land use, zoning, or the agricultural history of a rural area.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
This place used to be all farmland.
Related words
Common phrases
abandoned farmland
to reclaim land for farming
Common mistake
Avoid using this word for a small home garden or a generic plot of grass, as it implies a scale and purpose related to farming crops. For a small vegetable patch, local speakers prefer using 菜田.
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Grammar guides
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