syu6 hung4樹熊树熊
Jyutpingsyu6 hung4
Yalesyuh hùhng
Definition
Koala; a marsupial native to Australia.
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How it's used
While the formal name is 樹袋熊, locals almost exclusively use 樹熊 in daily speech. It is a straightforward loan translation of the English word, and you will rarely hear it referred to by any other name in casual conversation.
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There is a very cute koala in the zoo.
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Common phrases
koala hug
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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.
