kuk1 diu6曲調曲调
Jyutpingkuk1 diu6
Yalekūk diuh
Definition
Tune; melody; a structured and arranged sequence of musical notes.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the melodic structure or sequence of notes rather than the entire musical composition. While technically correct, it sounds slightly formal or academic in daily life. Most native speakers prefer using 歌 or 旋律 when talking about music in casual settings.
Measure word
sau2首sáuExamples
This melody sounds very comfortable.
Do you remember that tune?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe the lyrics or the rhythm of a song. It focuses strictly on the pitch and melodic progression.
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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.
