lyun4 hap6 gwok3聯合國联合国
Jyutpinglyun4 hap6 gwok3
Yalelyùhn hahp gwok
Definition
United Nations; an international organization established after World War II to maintain world peace and security.
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How it's used
Pronunciation often leans towards a slightly formal tone, but it is used frequently in news and casual political discussions. When referring to the organization in a very casual setting, people might simply say 聯國, though this is less common than the full name. It is treated as a proper noun and typically takes the measure_word 個 when referring to the institution as a single entity.
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The United Nations is meeting today to discuss climate issues.
Do you know where the United Nations headquarters is?
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Common phrases
United Nations headquarters
United Nations General Assembly
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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.
