se3卌
Jyutpingse3
Yalese
Definition
Forty; a contraction of 四十 (sei3 sap6).
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How it's used
This character is a specialized contraction used primarily in written contexts to represent the number forty. While it exists in the lexicon, it is rarely used in casual speech where people almost exclusively say 四十. It appears most frequently in formal documents, historical records, or specific literary contexts to save space.
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Do not use this character in everyday spoken Cantonese as it will sound highly unnatural or overly formal. Stick to 四十 for all verbal communication.
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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.
