gong1崗岗
Jyutpinggong1
Yalegōng
Definition
A hillock, mound, or slope; can also refer to a sentry post.
- a hillock, mound, or slope
- a sentry post; a guard position
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How it's used
Primarily appears in compound words relating to geography or security. When used in a military or professional context, it refers to a specific post or station that one must guard or occupy. It carries a sense of elevation or a fixed position of responsibility.
Examples
They are standing on the hillock looking down.
This sentry post is really hard to guard.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 岡, which is a common variant character used in place names. While they share the same meaning, 崗 is the standard form used for professional posts or sentry duties.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
