soeng6 hoi2上海
Jyutpingsoeng6 hoi2
Yaleseuhng hói
Definition
Shanghai; a major city and municipality on the eastern coast of China.
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How it's used
Pronunciation in Cantonese often shifts the tone of the second character to a higher pitch compared to Mandarin. It is frequently used when discussing business travel or culinary traditions like soup dumplings. When referring to the city, it functions as a proper noun and does not require a measure word.
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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.
