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Definition
An alternative form of 水 (water, liquid, or additional charges).
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How it's used
The character 氺 is strictly a radical form used in dictionary indexing and is never used in modern writing to represent the word for water. Always use 水 in any context, whether referring to the liquid, financial charges, or colloquial slang for extra income. Using 氺 in a sentence would be seen as a fundamental spelling error.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse the radical 氺 with the character 水. Remember that 氺 is only a component found on the left side of characters like 泳 or 汁, and it does not function as a standalone word.
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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.
