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Definition
Watermelon.
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How it's used
Watermelon is a quintessential summer treat in Hong Kong, often associated with beach trips or family gatherings. While the standard measure word is 個, you will frequently hear 隻 used when referring to a whole watermelon, especially when emphasizing its size or weight.
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Eating watermelon in summer is the best way to cool down.
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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.
