ping4 hang4 sei3 bin1 jing4平行四邊形平行四边形
Jyutpingping4 hang4 sei3 bin1 jing4
Yalepìhng hàhng sei bīn yìhng
Definition
Parallelogram; a quadrilateral with opposite sides parallel.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in academic or geometry contexts within a classroom setting. While it is a technical term, it follows standard Cantonese grammar rules for noun phrases. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing schoolwork or specific design shapes.
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This parallelogram is not drawn very accurately.
Do you know how to calculate the area of a parallelogram?
Related words
Common phrases
area of a parallelogram
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Grammar guides
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