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Definition
Mausoleum, tomb, or grave, especially one built for emperors, rulers, or the ruling class.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to grand, monumental structures built for royalty or high-ranking historical figures. It carries a sense of historical weight and architectural scale that distinguishes it from a standard grave or cemetery. You will rarely hear this word used in casual conversation unless discussing history, archaeology, or visiting tourist sites.
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There are many treasures inside this tomb.
Do you know which emperor is buried in this tomb?
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Common mistake
Do not use this word for a regular person's grave or a modern cemetery, as it implies a level of grandeur and historical significance that would sound absurd in those contexts.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
