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Definition
Warsaw, the capital and largest city of Poland, situated on the Vistula River.
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How it's used
Geographical names in Cantonese often follow the same pronunciation patterns as their English counterparts, but the characters used are fixed by convention. Unlike some other European cities, this name is exclusively used for the capital of Poland and does not have any metaphorical or slang meanings in daily speech.
Examples
Warsaw is the capital of Poland, have you been there?
I am going to Warsaw for a business trip next month, and will do some sightseeing too.
Related words
Common phrases
Warsaw Pact
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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.
