ji1 laai1 hak1伊拉克
Jyutpingji1 laai1 hak1
Yaleyī lāai hāk
Definition
Iraq; a country in the Middle East with its capital in Baghdad.
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How it's used
Geographic names ending in a consonant sound often retain their international pronunciation in Cantonese. Using this term is straightforward as it functions exactly like any other country name in a sentence. It is frequently mentioned in news reports regarding oil production or geopolitical stability in the Middle East.
Examples
He is going to Iraq for a business trip next month.
Do you know where Iraq is?
Related words
Common phrases
Iraq War
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