kaat1 zi2咭紙咭纸
Jyutpingkaat1 zi2
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Definition
Cardboard, cardstock, or thick paper.
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How it's used
Derived from the English word card, this term is the standard way to refer to thick paper or cardstock in Hong Kong. While it is widely understood, younger generations might also use the loanword 卡紙, which is written with the character for card rather than the phonetic transliteration.
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This cardboard is very hard, it is perfect for making crafts.
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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.
