sap6 zeon3 zai3十進制十进制
Jyutpingsap6 zeon3 zai3
Yalesahp jeun jai
Definition
The decimal system; the base-10 numbering system.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in academic or technical contexts rather than casual conversation. While everyone uses the decimal system daily, people rarely mention the name unless they are specifically discussing mathematics or comparing it to other systems like binary or hexadecimal.
Examples
We usually use the decimal system for calculations.
Do you know why humans invented the decimal system?
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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.
