ngau1 cung4鉤蟲钩虫
Jyutpingngau1 cung4
Yalengāu chùhng
Definition
Hookworm; any parasitic nematode of the genus Ancylostoma.
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How it's used
Medical terms like this are often used in public health warnings or when discussing hygiene habits with children. While it is a specific biological term, it is commonly understood by the general public in the context of parasite prevention.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
Walking barefoot on the grass makes it very easy to get hookworms.
The doctor said there are hookworms in his stomach.
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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.
