hou6 ngoi6號外号外
Jyutpinghou6 ngoi6
Yalehouh ngoih
Definition
An extra or special edition of a newspaper or publication published outside of the regular schedule.
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How it's used
Originally referring to printed news supplements, this term has evolved to describe any urgent or breaking news announcement that demands immediate attention. It carries a sense of excitement or gravity, implying that the information is too significant to wait for the next regular publication cycle.
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fan2份fánExamples
The newspaper released a special edition today.
Related words
Common phrases
election special edition
breaking news special edition
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin usage which can sometimes imply a general announcement or a broadcast segment, as in Cantonese it remains strictly tied to the concept of a printed or digital special publication.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
