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Definition
Liter; a unit of volume equal to one thousand milliliters.
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How it's used
Standard measurement units like this are used in everyday shopping and cooking contexts in Hong Kong. While the term is universally understood, people often use specific container sizes like 支 or 樽 when referring to bottled liquids instead of explicitly stating the litre count.
Examples
How many litres of milk did you buy?
Related words
Common phrases
one litre
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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.
