jit6 ci2 dung6 mat6齧齒動物啮齿动物
Jyutpingjit6 ci2 dung6 mat6
Yaleyiht chí duhng maht
Definition
Rodent; any mammal belonging to the order Rodentia.
neutralanimals
How it's used
This term is primarily a scientific or biological classification used in formal contexts, school settings, or documentaries. In everyday casual conversation, people rarely use this word, preferring to name the specific animal like 老鼠 or 倉鼠 instead.
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zung3種jungExamples
Mice are a common type of rodent.
Do you know which animals are classified as rodents?
Related words
Common phrases
belong to the rodent family
Common mistake
Learners often try to use this word in casual conversation to describe a pet, but it sounds overly clinical and unnatural. Use it only when discussing biology or classification.
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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.
