maa5 on1馬鞍马鞍
Jyutpingmaa5 on1
Yalemáh ōn
Definition
Saddle for riding a horse.
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How it's used
Beyond its literal meaning, this word is most famous in Hong Kong as part of the name of the residential area Ma On Shan. The name originates from the shape of the mountain range, which resembles the curve of a horse saddle. It is rarely used in daily conversation outside of equestrian contexts or geographical references.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
He couldn't sit steadily on the saddle while riding.
Related words
Common phrases
Ma On Shan (a town in Hong Kong)
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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.
