tung4 zoeng6銅像铜像
Jyutpingtung4 zoeng6
Yaletùhng jeuhng
Definition
Bronze statue; a three-dimensional sculpture made primarily of bronze.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to statues cast in bronze, often found in public squares or parks to commemorate historical figures. While the term is precise, it is common to use the more general term 雕像 when the material is not the primary focus or is unknown. The measure word 座 is essential for large, stationary structures like these.
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zo2座jóExamples
This bronze statue has been in the park for a long time.
Related words
Common phrases
to erect a bronze statue
unveiling of a bronze statue
Common mistake
Learners often use the wrong measure word, such as 個, which is incorrect for large, monumental structures. Always use 座 for statues that are fixed in place.
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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.
