go1 leon4 bei2 aa3哥倫比亞哥伦比亚
Jyutpinggo1 leon4 bei2 aa3
Yalegō lèuhn béi a
Definition
Colombia; a country in northwestern South America with its capital at Bogotá.
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How it's used
Pronunciation of this name follows the standard transliteration pattern for foreign countries. It is treated as a proper noun and does not require a specific classifier when used in general conversation.
Examples
I really want to travel to Colombia.
Do you know where Colombia is?
Related words
Common phrases
Colombian coffee
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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.
