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Definition
A box or case.
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How it's used
The character 盒 is the standard way to write the word for box or container in Cantonese. It is almost always used with the measure_word 個 in spoken contexts. It is a very versatile word used for everything from cardboard boxes to small containers for food or jewelry.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse the written character 盒 with other container words like 櫃 or 箱, but 盒 is specifically for smaller, handheld boxes. Do not use it for large furniture or storage trunks.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
