luk6 dei6陸地陆地
Jyutpingluk6 dei6
Yaleluhk deih
Definition
Land; the part of the Earth's surface that is not covered by water.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical ground or landmass as a contrast to the sea or water. While it functions as a noun, it is frequently used in prepositional phrases with 喺 to describe location. It is rarely used in casual conversation to refer to a country or territory, where words like 地方 or 國家 are preferred.
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faai3塊faiExamples
We have finally returned to land.
Does this kind of animal live on land?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 內地, which specifically refers to Mainland China. Using 陸地 to talk about going to Mainland China will sound like you are talking about the physical landmass rather than the political region.
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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.
