hin1汧
Jyutpinghin1
Yalehīn
Definition
Marsh; swamp; wetland.
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How it's used
This character is extremely rare in modern spoken Cantonese and is largely restricted to literary or geographical contexts. Most native speakers would use 沼澤 or 濕地 instead of this character in daily life. It is primarily encountered in historical texts or specific place names rather than casual conversation.
Measure word
faai3塊faiExamples
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this character with 汗 due to visual similarity, but they are completely unrelated in meaning and pronunciation. Using this in casual speech will sound unnatural or archaic to local listeners.
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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.
