jyun5 cyu3遠處远处
Jyutpingjyun5 cyu3
Yaleyúhn chyu
Definition
A distant place; a location that is far away.
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How it's used
Focus on the visual aspect of distance when using this term, as it often implies something that can be seen or perceived from afar. It functions as a noun referring to a spatial location rather than an abstract concept of distance. In casual speech, people might also use the phrase 嗰邊 to point towards a distant location if the context is already clear.
Examples
I see someone walking over from far away.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the adjective 遠, which describes the state of being far. Using 遠處 as an adjective is grammatically incorrect; you must use it as a noun indicating a specific location.
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Grammar guides
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