saa1 dei6 aa3 laai1 baak3沙地阿拉伯
Jyutpingsaa1 dei6 aa3 laai1 baak3
Yalesā deih a lāai baak
Definition
Saudi Arabia
neutralplacestravel
How it's used
The name is a direct phonetic and semantic loan used consistently in both formal and informal contexts. Unlike some other country names that have shortened colloquial versions, this full name is always used in speech. It is treated as a proper noun and does not require a specific classifier when mentioned in passing.
Examples
He is going to travel to Saudi Arabia next month.
Have you ever been to Saudi Arabia?
Related words
Common phrases
go to Saudi Arabia
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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.
