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Definition
Two people, or things designed for two people; double.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on capacity or design intended for a pair rather than just the number two. It appears most frequently as a prefix for furniture, rooms, or sports equipment where the dual nature is a defining feature of the object's purpose.
Examples
We want to buy a double bed to put in the room.
Does this hotel still have any double rooms?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe two people themselves, as it describes the object's capacity rather than the people. Use 兩個人 if you want to refer to a pair of individuals.
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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.
