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Definition
An ingredient, component, or composition of a mixture or substance.
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How it's used
While often used for physical substances like food or chemicals, it is frequently applied metaphorically to abstract concepts like emotions or relationships. It functions as a noun to describe the building blocks of a whole. Unlike Mandarin where it might be used more broadly, Cantonese speakers prefer this term when focusing on the specific elements that make up a mixture or a situation.
Examples
What ingredients are in this medicine?
In their relationship, the most significant component is trust.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 元素, which refers specifically to chemical elements. Use 成份 when talking about the ingredients or parts that make up a whole, rather than the fundamental chemical building blocks.
Grammar color guide
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Classifier
Particle
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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.
