go2 bou6嗰部
Jyutpinggo2 bou6
Yalegó bouh
Definition
That; those; used for referring to specific items such as films, books, vehicles, or machines.
colloquialdaily actionstechnology
How it's used
This demonstrative is specifically used for nouns that take the classifier 部, which typically includes mechanical devices like cars, computers, and cameras, as well as artistic works like films and novels. It functions as a combination of the distal demonstrative 嗰 and the classifier 部. When pointing to something closer to the speaker, use 呢部 instead.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use 嗰個 for everything, but using 嗰個 with machines or films sounds unnatural to native speakers. Always match the demonstrative with the appropriate classifier for the object.
Grammar color guide
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Particle
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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.
