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Definition
Child soldier.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to children recruited into military forces, carrying a heavy, somber tone. It is almost exclusively used in news reports, documentaries, or serious discussions regarding human rights and international conflicts. You will rarely hear this in casual daily conversation unless discussing current events or political issues.
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This war has caused many child soldiers to lose their childhood.
Why are there still countries that use child soldiers?
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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.
