hoi2 au1海鷗海鸥
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Definition
Seagull; a common coastal bird with a white or grey body and a hooked beak.
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How it's used
Coastal areas and ferry piers are the most common places to spot these birds in Hong Kong. While they are a familiar sight for commuters, they are often associated with the sea and maritime travel rather than being kept as pets or seen in urban parks.
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There are many seagulls flying around by the seaside.
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Common phrases
seagulls flying
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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.
