tin1 man4 hok6天文學天文学
Jyutpingtin1 man4 hok6
Yaletīn màhn hohk
Definition
Astronomy; the natural science that studies everything outside the Earth's atmosphere.
neutralschoolnature
How it's used
Academic subjects ending in 學 are generally treated as abstract nouns in Cantonese. While it is a formal field of study, it is perfectly natural to use it in casual conversation when discussing hobbies or school subjects. It is often paired with verbs like 讀 or 研究 to describe the act of learning or exploring the field.
Examples
He really likes astronomy and goes to watch the stars all the time.
Do you know what astronomy studies?
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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.
