saa1 can4 bou6沙塵暴沙尘暴
Jyutpingsaa1 can4 bou6
Yalesā chàhn bouh
Definition
Dust storm or sandstorm; strong winds blowing up loose soil and dust, causing low visibility.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to large scale meteorological events occurring in arid regions rather than just dusty conditions in a city. It is a formal term borrowed from standard written Chinese that is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing weather reports or international news.
Measure word
coeng4場chèunghExamples
The news says there is a dust storm in the north today.
How should one protect oneself when encountering a dust storm?
Related words
Common phrases
a dust storm breaks out
a dust storm strikes
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
