soeng1 liu2雙料双料
Jyutpingsoeng1 liu2
Yalesēung líu
Definition
Double; twice; having two similar qualities or achieving two similar titles simultaneously.
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How it's used
Describes a person or thing that holds two distinct roles, titles, or qualities simultaneously. It is most frequently encountered in sports contexts, such as winning both the league and the cup in the same season, or in dramatic descriptions of someone playing two conflicting roles.
Examples
He won double championships this year, so impressive.
Are you trying to be a double agent?
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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.
