gang2 sak1梗塞
Jyutpinggang2 sak1
Yalegáng sāk
Definition
Infarction; the necrosis of tissue due to an inadequate blood supply.
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How it's used
Medical terminology in Cantonese often relies on Sino-Japanese loanwords that mirror formal written Chinese. While 梗塞 is the standard technical term for infarction, it is almost exclusively encountered in clinical settings or news reports about health. You will rarely hear it used in casual conversation unless discussing specific medical diagnoses.
Examples
The doctor said he had a myocardial infarction.
Infarction can cause body tissues to necrose.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 梗塞 with 阻塞, which refers to a general blockage or obstruction. 梗塞 specifically implies the death of tissue due to a lack of blood supply, whereas 阻塞 can describe a traffic jam or a clogged pipe.
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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.
