ngaang6 seoi2硬水
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Definition
Hard water; water with a high concentration of dissolved minerals, especially calcium and magnesium.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to water with high mineral content, usually calcium and magnesium. It is a technical term often used in contexts like home appliance maintenance, such as explaining why kettles develop scale or why soap does not lather well. While common in scientific or practical discussions, it is rarely used in casual daily small talk unless discussing water quality or laundry issues.
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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.
