seon3 hou6訊號讯号
Jyutpingseon3 hou6
Yaleseun houh
Definition
Signal; actions, gestures, lights, or currents that convey a message or instructions without speech.
neutraltechnologycommunication
How it's used
Refers to both abstract indicators like a nod or a wink and technical transmissions like Wi-Fi or cellular reception. It is the standard term for digital connectivity issues, making it essential for discussing modern technology. Unlike formal written Chinese, it is frequently used in daily life to describe non-verbal cues between people.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
My phone has no signal, I can't call him.
He gave me a signal to leave immediately.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 訊息, which specifically refers to a message or information content. 訊號 is the medium or the indicator itself, not the text or data being sent.
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
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.
