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Definition
Nanning, a city in southwest China and the capital of Guangxi.
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How it's used
Nanning is the capital of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region and is frequently mentioned in the context of cross border travel or business between Hong Kong and mainland China. When discussing cities in this region, speakers often emphasize the local culinary culture, which shares some similarities with Cantonese cuisine but maintains its own distinct regional characteristics.
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The food in Nanning really suits my taste.
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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.
