mat6 zung2物種物种
Jyutpingmat6 zung2
Yalemaht júng
Definition
Species; the basic unit of biological classification.
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How it's used
Primarily used in academic, scientific, or formal contexts, this term is rarely heard in casual daily chatter unless discussing biology or nature documentaries. It functions as a technical noun rather than a descriptive one for everyday objects or people.
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zung3種jungExamples
Scientists have discovered a new species.
How does this species adapt to the environment?
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Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
