seon3 hou6 coeng1信號槍信号枪
Jyutpingseon3 hou6 coeng1
Yaleseun houh chēung
Definition
Flare gun; a handgun used to fire signaling flares.
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How it's used
Used primarily in maritime, military, or emergency contexts to signal distress or mark a location. It is a technical term rather than a common household object, so it is rarely encountered outside of specific professional or dramatic scenarios.
Measure word
zi1支jīExamples
He took out the flare gun and fired a shot.
Do you know where they sell flare guns?
Related words
Common phrases
fire a flare gun
Grammar color guide
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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.
