gwok3 zai3國際国际
Jyutpinggwok3 zai3
Yalegwok jai
Definition
International; between nations or involving multiple countries.
neutralother
How it's used
Functions primarily as a modifier for nouns rather than as a standalone adjective describing a person or object. It is almost exclusively used in formal or academic contexts, such as discussing politics, trade, or law, and rarely appears in casual, everyday small talk.
Examples
This news is a major international event.
Are you interested in international relations?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe people or things that are simply from abroad, as that is better expressed using 外國. It is specifically for matters that involve multiple countries or global systems.
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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.
