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Yaleluhk syū
Definition
The Six Writings; the six traditional categories of Chinese characters.
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How it's used
Academic discussions regarding the structure of Chinese characters rely heavily on this framework. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless the topic specifically turns to linguistics, calligraphy, or the history of the writing system.
Examples
Do you know how the Six Writings are classified?
This character belongs to the phonetic ideogram category within the Six Writings.
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Common phrases
Six Writings theory
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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.
