mak6 gaa1墨家
Jyutpingmak6 gaa1
Yalemakh gā
Definition
Mohist School of the Warring States Period (475-220 BC), founded by the philosopher 墨子[Mo4 zi3]
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the philosophical school founded by 墨子 during the Warring States period. It is primarily used in academic or historical discussions rather than daily casual conversation. The term is deeply associated with the concept of 兼愛, which contrasts sharply with the hierarchical social structures emphasized by 儒家.
Examples
nei5 deoi3 mak6 gaa1 ge3 si1 soeng2 jau5 mou5 hing3 ceoi3 aa4
你對墨家嘅思想有冇興趣呀？
Are you interested in the philosophy of Mohism?
mak6 gaa1 zyu2 zoeng1 gim1 oi3 tung4 jyu4 gaa1 hou2 m4 tung4
墨家主張兼愛，同儒家好唔同。
Mohism advocates universal love, which is very different from Confucianism.
Related words
Common phrases
mak6 gaa1 si1 soeng2
墨家思想
Mohist thought
mak6 gaa1 hok6 paai3
墨家學派
Mohist school
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
