maan6 jung6萬用万用
Jyutpingmaan6 jung6
Yalemaahn yuhng
Definition
Multipurpose; having many uses.
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How it's used
Focuses on the versatility of an object rather than its specific design. It often implies that a single item can replace several specialized ones, making it a common marketing term for gadgets or tools. Unlike formal descriptions, it feels practical and highlights convenience.
Examples
This pen is very versatile, it can write on any paper.
Do you have a universal adapter I can borrow?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe people, as it can sound slightly dehumanizing or suggest someone is being used as a tool for everything. Stick to inanimate objects or tools.
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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.
