paau1 mat6 sin3拋物線抛物线
Jyutpingpaau1 mat6 sin3
Yalepāau maht sin
Definition
Parabola; a type of conic section, also the trajectory of an object thrown under the influence of gravity.
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How it's used
Primarily used in mathematical and physics contexts, this term describes the specific curve formed by projectiles under gravity. While it sounds technical, it is the standard way to refer to the shape in both academic and casual scientific discussions. It is rarely used metaphorically in Cantonese to describe life events or trends, unlike some other languages.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
He threw the ball, and its trajectory was a parabola.
How should one calculate the equation for this parabola?
Related words
Common phrases
projectile motion
parabola equation
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
