jau4 dou6柔道
Jyutpingjau4 dou6
Yaleyàuh douh
Definition
Judo; a traditional Japanese martial art focusing on throwing and grappling techniques.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the Japanese martial art, often associated with local community centers or sports clubs in Hong Kong. It is treated as a standard noun and does not carry any specific slang connotations or metaphorical meanings in daily speech.
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hong6項honghExamples
He started learning Judo when he was small.
Do you know where I can sign up for a Judo class?
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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