nau2 oi1紐埃纽埃
Jyutpingnau2 oi1
Yalenáu ōi
Definition
Niue, an island nation in the south-central Pacific Ocean.
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How it's used
Geographic names of small island nations are often introduced in contexts involving travel or international relations. It is common to mention its political association with 紐西蘭 when discussing its status, as it is a self-governing state in free association with them.
Examples
Niue is a very small island nation in the Pacific.
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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.
