long2𠺘
Jyutpinglong2
Yalelóng
Definition
The interior space of something, or the structural framework or skeleton of a structure or knowledge.
- the interior space of something where objects can be placed
- the structural framework, shell, or skeleton of a structure or knowledge
colloquialother
How it's used
Refers specifically to the usable interior volume or capacity of an object, vehicle, or room. It is often used when evaluating whether something can physically contain other items, emphasizing the functional space rather than just the aesthetic interior design.
Measure word
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The interior of this car is very spacious, it is comfortable to sit in.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general word for inside, which is 入面. Use 𠺘 when specifically discussing the capacity or the hollow space within a structure or container.
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
