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Definition
Water dispenser or drinking fountain.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to machines that provide filtered or bottled water for drinking, commonly found in offices, schools, and public parks. While it can technically describe any machine that dispenses water, it is rarely used for simple water taps or faucets. When referring to the large five gallon bottles placed on top, people often use the term 桶裝水.
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The water dispenser in the office has run out of water.
Do you know where there is a water dispenser?
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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.
