maa5 loi4 sai1 aa3馬來西亞马来西亚
Jyutpingmaa5 loi4 sai1 aa3
Yalemáh lòih sāi a
Definition
Malaysia; a federal country in Southeast Asia whose capital is Kuala Lumpur.
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How it's used
Locals frequently use the shortened form 大馬 when referring to the country in casual conversation. While 馬拉 is also used, it can sometimes carry a slightly informal or even derogatory connotation depending on the context and speaker, so sticking to 大馬 or the full name is safer for learners.
Examples
Are you going to travel to Malaysia this year?
I really like eating Malaysian satay skewers.
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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.
