soeng1 tung4相同
Jyutpingsoeng1 tung4
Yalesēung tùhng
Definition
Same; identical; sharing the same qualities with no differences.
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How it's used
While 相同 is a valid word in Cantonese, it carries a formal or literary tone that is less common in casual daily speech. Most native speakers prefer using 一樣 when describing things that are identical or the same. Use 相同 primarily in professional, academic, or written contexts where a more precise or neutral tone is required.
Examples
Are your ideas and his exactly the same?
Our backgrounds are the same, so it is easy to communicate.
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Common mistake
Learners often overuse 相同 in casual conversation where 一樣 is much more natural. Using 相同 to describe simple everyday objects, like saying 呢兩件衫相同, can sound stiff or overly academic to a local ear.
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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.
