jin4 gau3 so2研究所
Jyutpingjin4 gau3 so2
Yaleyìhn gau só
Definition
Research institute; an organization that conducts research.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a formal academic or scientific establishment. While it is a standard term, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing professional career paths or specific scientific findings.
Measure word
gaan1間gānExamples
He works at that research institute.
Do you know which research institute is the most famous?
Related words
Common phrases
scientific research institute
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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.
