liu4 doi6遼代辽代
Jyutpingliu4 doi6
Yalelìuh doih
Definition
The Liao dynasty of ancient China.
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How it's used
Historical terms like 遼代 are typically used in academic or formal contexts rather than casual street talk. When discussing ancient Chinese history in Cantonese, speakers often use the same terminology as in written Chinese but pronounce it with Cantonese phonology. It is common to add 嘅 when linking the dynasty name to a noun like 歷史 or 文化.
Examples
He really likes studying the history of the Liao dynasty.
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Grammar guides
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