ji6 gwok3異國异国
Jyutpingji6 gwok3
Yaleyih gwok
Definition
A foreign land or country, as opposed to one's native place.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly romanticized or literary tone compared to the standard term 外國. It is frequently used to describe the unique atmosphere or culture of a place rather than just its geographical location. You will rarely hear it in casual, everyday speech unless you are specifically discussing travel experiences or exotic scenery.
Examples
He really likes traveling to foreign countries.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word to refer to simple business trips or mundane travel, as it implies a sense of distance or cultural difference. It is not a direct substitute for the common word 外國 when talking about everyday international affairs.
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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.
