jan3 zi6 gaak3印字格
Jyutpingjan3 zi6 gaak3
Yaleyan jih gaak
Definition
Writing grid; a grid used for practicing writing characters.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the square or rectangular boxes used for practicing Chinese characters. It is most commonly used in primary school settings or by learners who are just starting to practice their handwriting. While it looks like a standard term, it is often replaced by more specific names like 米字格 or 田字格 depending on the internal lines of the grid.
Measure word
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This writing grid is too small, it's hard to write in.
Can you help me print out some writing grids?
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.
