pan4 lam4 zyut6 zung2 sang1 mat6瀕臨絕種生物濒临绝种生物

Jyutpingpan4 lam4 zyut6 zung2 sang1 mat6

Yalepàhn làhm jyuht júng sāng maht

Definition

Endangered species

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How it's used

This term is a formal, scientific classification often used in news reports or educational contexts regarding conservation. While it is the standard translation for endangered species, it is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation unless discussing environmental issues or visiting a zoo. It carries a serious tone and is typically found in written media or documentaries.

Measure word

zung3種jung

Examples

le1呢zung3種pan4瀕lam4臨zyut6絕zung2種sang1生mat6物hou2好zan1珍gwai3貴。

This kind of endangered species is very precious.

dim2點gaai2解pan4瀕lam4臨zyut6絕zung2種sang1生mat6物wui2會gam3咁siu3少㗎？

Why are there so few endangered species?

Common phrases

pan4瀕lam4臨zyut6絕zung2種sang1生mat6物ming4名daan1單

endangered species list

bou2保wu6護pan4瀕lam4臨zyut6絕zung2種sang1生mat6物

protect endangered species

Common mistake

Learners often try to use this term in casual conversation to describe things that are rare or disappearing, but it is strictly reserved for biological species. Do not use it to describe everyday objects or trends that are becoming less popular.