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Jyutpingmou5 zoeng3
Yalemóuh jeung
Definition
A military general or general officer in ancient times.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to military commanders in historical or fictional contexts, often those depicted in literature like the Three Kingdoms. It carries a sense of martial prowess and bravery rather than just a modern military rank. You will rarely hear this used to describe contemporary soldiers or officers.
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He loved reading stories about generals fighting when he was young.
Which general in this movie is the strongest?
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Common phrases
generals of the Three Kingdoms
brave and fierce general
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for soldiers like 兵 or 士兵, as it implies a high-ranking, heroic, and often legendary status.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
