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Definition
Peso, the currency used in countries such as the Philippines and Mexico.
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How it's used
Currency names for foreign countries are often transliterated directly into Cantonese. While the term is standard in financial and travel contexts, locals might occasionally refer to it simply as 錢 if the context of the country is already clear.
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You need to use pesos when traveling to the Philippines.
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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.
