seon4屯
Jyutpingseon4
Yalesèuhn
Definition
Part of a place name, usually pronounced 'tyun4' but sometimes read as 'seon4'.
neutralplaces
How it's used
Primarily encountered as a component in place names, most notably Tuen Mun. It carries the historical sense of a military garrison or a stationing of troops, reflecting the area's past as a strategic coastal defense point. Outside of specific geographical names, it is rarely used in modern daily speech to describe a physical location.
Examples
Where in Tuen Mun do you live?
I have to go to Tuen Mun for work tomorrow.
Related words
Common phrases
Tuen Mun
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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.
