siu2 ging3小徑小径
Jyutpingsiu2 ging3
Yalesíu ging
Definition
A narrow path, trail, or lane.
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How it's used
While 小徑 is the standard term for a narrow path, in daily Hong Kong life, people often use the more colloquial term 小路 or even just 路 when describing a shortcut. Using 小徑 sounds slightly more descriptive or literary, often appearing in written descriptions of hiking trails or scenic routes rather than in casual directions to a friend.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
This path is very hidden, very few people walk here.
Do you know where there is a path to the park?
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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.
