lik6 faat3曆法历法
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Yalelihk faat
Definition
Calendar system; a method of calculating dates and regulating daily life based on astronomical cycles.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the scientific or mathematical framework used to track time, rather than the physical object hanging on a wall. It is a formal term often found in history or astronomy contexts. When talking about the daily paper or digital calendar, use 日曆 instead.
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How was this calendar system calculated?
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Common phrases
to formulate a calendar system
to calculate a calendar system
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 日曆, which is the physical object or app used to check dates, whereas 曆法 refers to the underlying system or logic behind the calendar.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
