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Definition
Chinese compound surname; a double-barrelled name consisting of two characters.
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How it's used
Double-barrelled surnames in Chinese culture typically combine the father's and mother's surnames. Unlike Western naming conventions where a hyphen is common, these are usually written as two distinct characters without punctuation. They are relatively rare and often carry a sense of family heritage or a specific cultural background.
Examples
Their name is a double-barrelled surname, it sounds very unique.
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Common phrases
double-barrelled surname
Common mistake
Learners often confuse double-barrelled surnames with compound surnames like 歐陽 or 司徒, which are single, multi-character surnames that have existed for centuries. A double-barrelled surname is a modern combination of two separate family names, whereas compound surnames are ancient, fixed names.
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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.
