seon4淳
Jyutpingseon4
Yalesèuhn
Definition
Used in personal names.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively restricted to personal names in modern Cantonese. It carries a literary connotation of purity or honesty, which makes it a popular choice for parents naming their children. It is rarely used as a standalone adjective in daily speech.
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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.
