lin4連连
Jyutpinglin4
Yalelìhn
Definition
To link, connect, or join things together, often using a medium.
colloquialdaily actionstechnology
How it's used
Often used with the particle 埋 to emphasize the completion of the joining process. It frequently appears in technical contexts like networking or physical assembly. Unlike formal written Chinese, spoken Cantonese relies heavily on this verb to describe establishing a connection between digital devices.
Examples
If you join these two ropes together, they will be long enough.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 同埋, which functions as a conjunction meaning 'and' or 'together with'. While 連 implies a physical or logical connection, 同埋 is used to group items or people in a list.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
