gei2 luk6 pin2紀錄片纪录片
Jyutpinggei2 luk6 pin2
Yalegéi luhk pín
Definition
Documentary film; a film that records real-life subjects.
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How it's used
Pronunciation often shifts in casual speech, where the second character is frequently read as 'luk' instead of the standard 'luk' to match the sound of '錄'. While it refers to factual content, it is common to use it for investigative or human interest stories that are not strictly academic. It is almost always paired with the classifier '套' when discussing films or series.
Measure word
tou3套touExamples
This documentary is about the life of polar bears.
Related words
Common phrases
to film a documentary
nature documentary
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with '記錄', which is the verb 'to record' or the noun 'a record'. While the characters are often interchangeable in writing, '紀錄片' is the fixed term for the genre of film.
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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.
