sai1 naam4西南
Jyutpingsai1 naam4
Yalesāi nàahm
Definition
Southwest; the direction between west and south.
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How it's used
Directional terms like this are frequently followed by 面 to indicate a specific area or side. When giving directions, locals often use this term in conjunction with landmarks to provide a more precise orientation than just saying left or right.
Examples
His house is right in the southwest, it gets a lot of sun.
Let's walk over from the southwest direction.
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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.
