san1 paai3新派
Jyutpingsan1 paai3
Yalesān paai
Definition
New-style; a modern or non-traditional school of thought, style, or genre.
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How it's used
Describes a modern evolution or a creative departure from established norms, often implying a fusion of influences. It is frequently applied to culinary arts, design, or performance styles to signal that the subject retains the core identity of the original category while incorporating contemporary techniques or ingredients. Unlike simply calling something modern, this term specifically highlights the contrast with a well-defined traditional predecessor.
Examples
This is a new-style Cantonese restaurant, the taste is very unique.
Do you prefer eating traditional or new-style dim sum?
Related words
Common phrases
new-style Cantonese cuisine
new-style dim sum
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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