jiu6鷂鹞
Jyutpingjiu6
Yaleyiuh
Definition
A sparrowhawk or a kite.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to birds of prey like the sparrow hawk, though it is often used interchangeably with general terms for hawks or kites in casual speech. It is rarely used in urban daily life unless discussing nature or birdwatching, as most people would simply use the broader term 鷹.
Measure word
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the homophonous or similar looking characters used for paper kites, which are usually written as 風箏 in modern Cantonese.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
