ngo4 ceon1 sek6鵝春石鹅春石
Jyutpingngo4 ceon1 sek6
Yalengòh chēun sehk
Definition
Pebble or cobblestone.
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How it's used
This term literally translates to goose egg stone, reflecting the smooth, rounded shape of these rocks. It is the standard colloquial way to refer to pebbles or river stones in Hong Kong. While you might see the term 石仔 used for small rocks in general, 鵝春石 specifically evokes the image of water-worn, oval-shaped stones.
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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.
