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Definition
Constant; a number in mathematics or science that has a fixed value.
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How it's used
Used primarily in academic or technical contexts, this term is the direct equivalent of the mathematical constant. It is rarely heard in casual daily conversation unless the speaker is discussing science, engineering, or programming. When referring to something that does not change in a non-scientific context, speakers prefer using 唔變嘅嘢.
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There is a constant in this equation that needs to be calculated.
The speed of light in physics is a constant.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
