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Jyutpinggwan1 si6 taan2 ding1 bou2
Yalegwān sih táan dīng bóu
Definition
Constantinople, the historical city named after the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great, now known as Istanbul.
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How it's used
This term is strictly a historical name used in academic or literary contexts to refer to the city before its name change to Istanbul. It carries a sense of classical grandeur and is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing history or geography. When referring to the modern city, locals exclusively use 伊斯坦堡.
Examples
Constantinople was once the capital of the Roman Empire.
Do you know where Constantinople is today?
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Common phrases
Constantine the Great
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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.
