gwok3 tou2國土国土
Jyutpinggwok3 tou2
Yalegwok tóu
Definition
National territory or land owned by a country.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal and patriotic weight, often appearing in political discourse, news reports, or historical narratives. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing sovereignty or territorial disputes. Unlike the more generic term 地方, it specifically emphasizes the legal and political ownership of land by a state.
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faai3塊faiExamples
They swore to defend the national territory to the death.
This is our national land, outsiders are not allowed to mess around here.
Related words
Common phrases
defend the national territory
territorial integrity
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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.
