gou1 zi1 jyun6高知縣高知县
Jyutpinggou1 zi1 jyun6
Yalegōu jī yuhn
Definition
Kochi Prefecture, Japan.
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How it's used
Geographical names in Japan are often pronounced using Cantonese readings of the kanji characters rather than the Japanese pronunciation. When discussing Japanese prefectures, adding 縣 after the name is standard, though it can be omitted in casual conversation if the context is already clear.
Examples
Are you going to travel to Kochi Prefecture this year?
I really like the seafood and scenery in Kochi Prefecture.
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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.
