gu2 zaang1古箏古筝
Jyutpinggu2 zaang1
Yalegú jāang
Definition
Guzheng; a traditional Chinese plucked zither with multiple strings.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the traditional Chinese plucked zither. While often associated with elegant or classical performances, it is frequently used in modern Hong Kong pop music arrangements to add a distinct cultural texture.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
