maa5 luk6 gaap3 zau1馬六甲州马六甲州
Jyutpingmaa5 luk6 gaap3 zau1
Yalemáh luhk gaap jāu
Definition
Malacca; a state of Malaysia located on the southwest coast of the Malay Peninsula.
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How it's used
Locals often drop the word 州 when referring to the state in casual conversation, simply calling it 馬六甲. It is frequently associated with historical architecture and unique Nyonya cuisine. When discussing travel, it is common to mention taking a bus from Kuala Lumpur to reach this destination.
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go to Malacca
Malacca tourism
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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.
