mou5 haau6母校
Jyutpingmou5 haau6
Yalemóuh haauh
Definition
Alma mater; the school that one used to attend or graduated from.
neutralschool
How it's used
Refers specifically to the institution where one completed their studies, carrying a sense of nostalgia or personal connection. While formal in origin, it is frequently used in casual conversation when discussing one's educational background or attending alumni events.
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gaan1間gānExamples
I haven't been back to my alma mater to visit my teachers for a long time.
Which secondary school did you graduate from? That one is my alma mater.
Related words
Common phrases
return to one's alma mater
alumni of the alma mater
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to a school you are currently attending, as it implies a completed period of study.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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