lau4 cang4樓層楼层
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Definition
Storey, floor, or level of a building.
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How it's used
While 樓層 is the standard term for a level in a building, locals frequently use 層 to refer to a specific floor in casual conversation. You will often hear people say 喺三樓 instead of 喺第三個樓層. Use 樓層 when you need to be more formal or when discussing the total number of levels in a structure.
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How many floors does this building have in total?
Let's go to the highest floor to see the view.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse 樓層 with 樓, which can also mean a building or a floor depending on context. Using 樓層 for a single floor is technically correct but often sounds slightly more bureaucratic or technical than just using the number plus 層.
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Grammar guides
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