git3 taa1結他结他
Jyutpinggit3 taa1
Yalegit tā
Definition
Guitar.
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How it's used
This word is a direct phonetic loan from English and is the standard term used in Hong Kong. While Mandarin speakers typically use 吉他, Cantonese speakers exclusively use 結他 in both speech and writing. It is almost always paired with the verb 彈 to describe the act of playing.
Measure word
zi1支jīExamples
He really likes playing the guitar.
Where did you buy your guitar?
Related words
Common phrases
acoustic guitar
electric guitar
play guitar
Common mistake
Do not confuse the pronunciation with the Mandarin term 吉他, as the Cantonese characters are specific to the local transliteration.
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Grammar guides
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