loeng5 man4 saam1 jyu5兩文三語两文三语
Jyutpingloeng5 man4 saam1 jyu5
Yaleléuhng màhn sāam yúh
Definition
Biliteracy and trilingualism, referring to written Chinese and English, and spoken Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.
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How it's used
This term is a formal policy slogan frequently encountered in educational settings and government documents. It serves as a shorthand for the language proficiency standards expected of the local workforce. While it is a standard phrase, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing school curriculum or hiring requirements.
Examples
Hong Kong has always placed great importance on biliteracy and trilingualism.
Do you think biliteracy and trilingualism helps with finding a job?
Related words
Common phrases
to promote biliteracy and trilingualism
to possess biliteracy and trilingualism skills
Grammar color guide
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Adjective
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Classifier
Particle
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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.
