joeng4 lik6陽曆阳历
Jyutpingjoeng4 lik6
Yaleyèuhng lihk
Definition
Solar calendar; a calendar system based on the Earth's position relative to the Sun, typically referring to the Gregorian calendar.
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How it's used
Most people in Hong Kong use the term 公曆 instead of 陽曆 in daily conversation. While 陽曆 is technically correct for any solar calendar, it is almost exclusively used to distinguish the standard calendar from the 農曆 when discussing birthdays or traditional festivals. You will rarely hear it outside of this specific comparison.
Examples
Do you know what date your Gregorian birthday is?
He is used to using the Gregorian calendar to remember important dates.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 陰曆, which refers to a lunar calendar. Many learners mistakenly assume that the Chinese calendar is a pure lunar calendar, but it is actually a lunisolar calendar, meaning it tracks both the moon and the sun.
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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.
