laap6 fong1 gan1立方根
Jyutpinglaap6 fong1 gan1
Yalelaahp fōng gān
Definition
Cube root; a number that, when multiplied by itself twice, yields the original number.
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How it's used
Used primarily in academic or technical contexts, this term follows the standard mathematical terminology found in both Cantonese and Mandarin. While it is a formal noun, it is frequently used in classroom settings or when discussing technical problems in daily life. It is distinct from square root, which is 平方根.
Examples
Do you know how to calculate the cube root of this number?
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Common phrases
calculate the cube root
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