jan4 tai2人體人体
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Yaleyàhn tái
Definition
The human body.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the biological or physical structure of a person. It is used primarily in formal, academic, or scientific contexts rather than in casual conversation about someone's physical appearance or health. When discussing a specific person's body in daily life, speakers prefer using 身體.
Measure word
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This exhibition introduces the structure of the human body.
Do you know how many organs the human body has?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person's physical condition or health status, as it sounds clinical and detached. Use 身體 instead when talking about feeling sick or being fit.
Grammar color guide
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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.
