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Definition
Concentrated, strong, or thick.
- dense; thick; concentrated; having a high proportion of a substance
- strong; intense; of a great degree or extent
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How it's used
Focuses on the density or intensity of flavors, scents, or colors rather than physical thickness. When describing liquids like soup or sauce, it implies a rich, full-bodied quality that is generally desirable. It serves as the direct antonym to 淡, which describes things that are watery, bland, or faint.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe the physical thickness of solid objects, such as a thick book or a thick wall, where 厚 is the correct choice. It is strictly for concentrations of substances or intensity of sensory experiences.
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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.
