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Jyutpinghaak3 gaa1 jan4
Yalehaak gā yàhn
Definition
Hakka people; a Han Chinese subgroup living mainly in Guangdong, Jiangxi, Fujian, and overseas.
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How it's used
Refers to a distinct Han Chinese subgroup with a unique history of migration and cultural preservation. People often identify themselves by their ancestral home, such as Meizhou or Huizhou, rather than just using the broad label. The culture is famous for specific culinary traditions like salt baked chicken and stuffed tofu.
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My family members are all Hakka.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse the ethnic group with the word 客人, which simply means guest or customer. The suffix 人 is essential to specify the group identity.
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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.
