keoi4 dou6渠道
Jyutpingkeoi4 dou6
Yalekèuih douh
Definition
An artificial channel, ditch, or drain; or a channel for communication.
- an artificial channel, waterway, ditch, or drain
- a channel, medium, or means of communication
neutralother
How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of a physical drain or waterway, this term is frequently used in professional or formal contexts to refer to a medium or path for communication, information, or business. It is the standard term for both physical infrastructure and abstract pathways, making it versatile in both construction and corporate settings.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
This drain is blocked, causing water to be all over the floor.
Do you have any other channels to find this job?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 坑渠, which specifically refers to a street gutter or sewer. While 渠道 is a more general and formal term for any water channel, 坑渠 is strictly for the dirty, narrow drains found on sidewalks.
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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.
