jam1 biu1音標音标
Jyutpingjam1 biu1
Yaleyām bīu
Definition
Phonetic symbols or transcription used to indicate the pronunciation of a language.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the symbols used to represent pronunciation, often appearing in dictionaries or language learning materials. While it is a standard term, native speakers might simply refer to specific systems like Jyutping or IPA by name rather than using this generic term in casual conversation.
Measure word
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There are phonetic symbols in this dictionary.
Related words
Common phrases
Cantonese phonetic symbols
International Phonetic Alphabet
Common mistake
Avoid confusing this with 拼音, which specifically refers to the Pinyin system for Mandarin. Using 音標 to describe Pinyin is technically acceptable but imprecise if the context is specifically about Mandarin romanization.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
