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Definition
One's place, position, or ranking in a competition or list.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the numerical order or rank within a competitive or evaluative context. It is commonly used when discussing academic results, sports performance, or rankings in a competition. Unlike general lists, it implies a hierarchy based on merit or performance.
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What place did he get in the exam this time?
I don't really care about the ranking in the competition.
Related words
Common phrases
to improve one's ranking
to have a high ranking
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse it with 排名, which refers to the act of ranking or the overall list itself. 名次 is the specific position or rank held by an individual within that list.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
