geng2 hau4頸喉颈喉
Jyutpinggeng2 hau4
Yalegéng hàuh
Definition
Throat; the front of the neck.
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How it's used
While 頸喉 is sometimes used to refer to the neck and throat area, 喉嚨 is the standard term for the throat itself. Using 喉嚨 is much more natural when discussing sore throats or swallowing issues. It is common to hear people describe a dry or itchy throat by saying 喉嚨乾 or 喉嚨痕.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse 頸喉 with 頸巾, which means scarf. While both start with 頸, they refer to entirely different parts of the body or accessories.
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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.
