mong6 jyun5 geng3望遠鏡望远镜
Jyutpingmong6 jyun5 geng3
Yalemohng yúhn geng
Definition
Telescope, binoculars, or any optical instrument with lenses used to view magnified images of distant objects.
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How it's used
While 望遠鏡 covers both telescopes and binoculars, context usually clarifies which one is meant. If you are specifically talking about binoculars, people often add 雙筒 to distinguish them from a monocular or telescope. It is a common household item for birdwatching or stargazing.
Measure word
zi1支jīExamples
Can you take the binoculars and see what's in the distance?
He used the telescope to see birds very far away.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often forget that the measure word for this is 支, as it is treated as a long, handheld instrument rather than a pair of glasses.
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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.
