gon1 zeng6乾凈干净
Jyutpinggon1 zeng6
Yalegōn jehng
Definition
Clean and tidy.
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How it's used
While 乾淨 is the standard term for clean, it is frequently used in the form 乾唔乾淨 to ask about the state of cleanliness. It often implies a sense of orderliness or hygiene rather than just the absence of dirt. In casual speech, people might also use 企理 to describe a space that is neat and well-organized.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 乾淨 with 乾, which means dry. Ensure you use the full two-character word when referring to cleanliness to avoid confusion.
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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.
