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Definition
Flagship, referring to either the lead vessel of a fleet or a company's premier product or store.
- the ship in a fleet that carries the commanding officer and their flag
- a company's top-tier, finest, or most prominent product or store
How it's used
Extended beyond naval terminology, this term is now standard in business to describe the most important or representative product, store, or service offered by a brand. It implies a high level of prestige, technological advancement, or market significance. When used for retail, it specifically refers to a company's largest or most prominent location, often situated in a prime commercial district.
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Common mistake
Learners sometimes mistakenly use this to describe any large ship, but it specifically refers to the command vessel where the admiral is stationed. In a business context, avoid using it for minor or secondary products, as it is reserved for the absolute top-tier offering.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
