si2 sat6史實史实
Jyutpingsi2 sat6
Yalesí saht
Definition
Historical fact.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in academic, formal, or documentary contexts rather than casual daily conversation. It carries a sense of objective truth that has been verified through historical research, distinguishing it from mere legend or hearsay. When discussing general history, people often prefer using the broader term 歷史.
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Common phrases
historical basis
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 歷史, which refers to history as a field or a period of time. Remember that 史實 specifically highlights the factual, evidence-based nature of an event.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
