taai3 joeng4 hai6太陽系太阳系
Jyutpingtaai3 joeng4 hai6
Yaletaai yèuhng haih
Definition
Solar system; the stellar system consisting of the Sun and the celestial bodies orbiting it.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the planetary system centered around the Sun, functioning as a scientific term rather than a casual conversational topic. It is used in educational or documentary contexts, though it remains the standard term for the solar system in all registers.
Measure word
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How many planets are there in the solar system?
Scientists have been studying the origin of the solar system.
Related words
Common phrases
planets of the solar system
edge of the solar system
Grammar color guide
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Particle
Connector
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.
