gwan1 wan4均勻均匀
Jyutpinggwan1 wan4
Yalegwān wàhn
Definition
Even, uniform, or well-distributed.
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How it's used
Focuses on the state of being spread out or balanced without gaps or clumps. It is frequently used in contexts involving cooking, applying substances like paint or lotion, or describing physical features like muscle tone. While it implies equality, it specifically highlights the spatial or distribution aspect rather than numerical averages.
Examples
You need to mix this powder evenly for it to taste good.
You didn't apply the sunscreen evenly enough.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe numerical averages or fair shares, where 平均 is the standard term. Using 均勻 for abstract concepts like sharing money or time will sound unnatural to native speakers.
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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.
