haak3 mak6 lung4喀麥隆喀麦隆
Jyutpinghaak3 mak6 lung4
Yalehaak mahk lùhng
Definition
Cameroon, a country in Central Africa.
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How it's used
Most Hong Kongers primarily associate this country with its national football team, often referred to as the Indomitable Lions. It is rarely mentioned in casual conversation outside of sports contexts or geography discussions. When speaking, the name is pronounced with a distinct rhythm that matches the three syllables of the characters.
Examples
The Cameroon team is very good at playing football.
Do you know where Cameroon is?
Related words
Common phrases
Cameroon national team
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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.
