mei5 zau1美洲
Jyutpingmei5 zau1
Yaleméih jāu
Definition
The Americas; the collective name for North and South America.
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How it's used
Refers collectively to the landmasses of North and South America. While geographically accurate, it is less common in casual conversation than referring to specific countries like 美國 or continents like 北美洲. It is most frequently encountered in news, formal travel discussions, or when describing international trade and politics.
Examples
He is going to travel to the Americas next month.
Do you prefer traveling to the Americas or Europe?
Related words
Common phrases
countries in the Americas
the American continent
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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.
