taap3 lo4 paai2塔羅牌塔罗牌
Jyutpingtaap3 lo4 paai2
Yaletaap lòh páai
Definition
Tarot cards, a set of 78 cards with symbolic imagery used primarily for divination and sometimes games.
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How it's used
Often associated with New Age spirituality and fortune telling in local culture. While sometimes used for games, the primary context for most people is divination or personal reflection. It is common to see practitioners set up stalls in trendy shopping areas or markets.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse the pronunciation with the Cantonese word for tower, which is also written as 塔. Ensure the tone is correct to avoid sounding like you are talking about a building.
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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.
