lok3駱骆
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Yalelok
Definition
A Chinese surname, usually transliterated as Lok.
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How it's used
Surnames in Cantonese are almost always preceded by a title like 先生, 女士, or 小姐 when addressing or referring to someone. Unlike some other surnames that have multiple common pronunciations, 駱 is consistently pronounced as Lok in Hong Kong. It is a relatively common surname but not as ubiquitous as Chan or Wong.
Examples
Mr. Lok will come over for a meeting today.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
