tung4 jiu4童謠童谣
Jyutpingtung4 jiu4
Yaletùhng yìuh
Definition
Nursery rhyme; a short, rhyming traditional song or poem for children.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to traditional or classic songs passed down through generations rather than modern pop songs for children. It carries a nostalgic tone, often evoking memories of childhood or family bonding. While the term is standard, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing cultural heritage or music education.
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sau2首sáuExamples
When I was little, my mom often sang nursery rhymes to me.
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Common phrases
sing a nursery rhyme
traditional nursery rhyme
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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.
