laan4 gon1欄杆栏杆
Jyutpinglaan4 gon1
Yalelàahn gōn
Definition
Railing, fence, or banister used for safety and decoration along edges of structures, bridges, or roads.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to physical barriers that are often waist high and allow you to see through them, such as those found on balconies or along roads. While it can describe a simple wooden or metal structure, it is the standard term for the protective railings on a staircase or a bridge. It is distinct from a wall or partition because it maintains visibility and airflow.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
Be careful, don't lean against that railing.
Why is the railing here all rusty?
Related words
Common phrases
to hold onto the railing
to climb over the railing
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
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.
