jat1 tyun4一團一团
Jyutpingjat1 tyun4
Yaleyāt tyùhn
Definition
A group, a lump, or a mass of something.
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How it's used
Focuses on the collective nature of people or things clustered together, often implying they are moving or acting as a single unit. It carries a slightly more informal or descriptive tone than using a formal classifier like 一組. When referring to people, it can sometimes imply a disorganized or chaotic group depending on the context.
Examples
They went on a trip as a group.
Are you all together as a group?
Common mistake
Avoid using this for professional or structured teams, where 一組 or 一隊 is more appropriate. It is better suited for casual gatherings or physical clusters of objects.
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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.
