man4 fong4民防
Jyutpingman4 fong4
Yalemàhn fòhng
Definition
Civil defence; civil defense.
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How it's used
This term is used primarily in formal, administrative, or governmental contexts rather than in casual daily conversation. It refers to organized efforts to protect civilians during emergencies, such as natural disasters or public safety threats. You will most often encounter it in official press releases or public safety announcements.
Examples
The government promotes civil defence education to teach everyone how to respond to disasters.
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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.
