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Definition
Intersection, junction, or crossing of roads.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical intersection where roads meet, rather than the abstract concept of a path or journey. It is frequently used in navigation instructions to help people find their way around the city. When giving directions, it is common to combine this with directional verbs like 轉 or 橫過.
Measure word
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You turn left at the next junction and you will see it.
That junction has a lot of cars, be careful when crossing the road.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
