gou1 dong6 dong6高戙戙
Jyutpinggou1 dong6 dong6
Yalegōu dohng dohng
Definition
Very tall, especially when describing structures, objects, or people standing straight.
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How it's used
This adjective is specifically reserved for tall, thin, or vertical structures that seem to stand starkly against the skyline. It carries a sense of visual prominence or even slight intimidation due to the height. It is rarely used for people, as it emphasizes the rigid, tower-like nature of the object.
Examples
Related words
Common phrases
a very tall, tower-like building
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a tall person, as it sounds unnatural and implies they are stiff or inanimate like a pole.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
