hang4 sing1行星
Jyutpinghang4 sing1
Yalehàhng sīng
Definition
Planet; a non-luminous celestial body orbiting a star.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to astronomical bodies orbiting stars, distinguishing them from stars that emit their own light. While the term is standard in scientific contexts, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing space or science fiction. It is distinct from 恆星, which refers to stars like the sun.
Measure word
nap1粒nāpExamples
How many planets are there in the solar system?
Scientists found a new planet.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 恆星, which are stars that emit light, whereas planets do not. Ensure you use the correct measure word, as 粒 is commonly used for small or spherical objects in space.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
