geng1驚惊
Jyutpinggeng1
Yalegēng
Definition
Game; especially a video game or computer game.
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How it's used
This word is a direct phonetic loan from the English word "game". It is predominantly used by younger generations and in online gaming communities to refer to video games or digital entertainment. In more formal or traditional contexts, people still prefer using 遊戲.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Cantonese verb 驚, which means "to be afraid" or "to fear". The context of the sentence will usually make it clear which one is being used, but be aware that they are homophones.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
